Right Quote by William Penn
“Right is right, even if everyone is against it, and wrong is wrong, even if everyone is for it.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Some Miscellanies, 1682
Upholding truth despite popular opposition, and recognizing falsehood even when widely accepted.
In simple terms: Stand by truth, reject falsehood.
Key Takeaway
Act with integrity regardless of consensus.
Themes
ethics
courage
integrity
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- political activism
- whistleblowing
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
social pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- What truths have you ignored due to peer pressure?
- How do you maintain moral courage?
A Different Perspective
Majority opinion can be persuasive and risky.
