Called Quote by T.H. White
““People will do the basest things on account of their so-called honour.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Once and Future King by T.H. White, 1958
People may betray moral standards when they claim to protect honor.
In simple terms: Honor can justify bad actions.
Key Takeaway
Question motives behind claims of honor.
Themes
honor
morality
human nature
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- political decisions
- personal conflicts
- legal judgments
Key Concepts
ethics
social pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- What does honor mean to you?
- How can honor be misused?
A Different Perspective
Not all actions labeled “honorable” are truly ethical.
