Destroy Quote by Sophocles
“Whom Jupiter would destroy he first drives mad.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Antigone by Sophocles, circa 441 BC
Jupiter punishes those he drives insane, suggesting divine wrath follows madness.
In simple terms: Divine wrath follows madness.
Key Takeaway
Beware hubris.
Themes
mythology
divine justice
madness
Mood
reflective
philosophical
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- political leadership
- personal ambition
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
fate
hubris
retribution
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives the descent into madness?
- Can divine justice be questioned?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations of Jupiter vary; not all see madness as punishment.
