Corruption Quote by William Shakespeare
“Corruption wins not more than honesty. Still in thy right hand carry gentle peace, To silence envious tongues.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Henry IV, Part 2, Act 5, Scene 2, 1598
Advocates honesty over corruption, urging calmness to quiet envy.
In simple terms: Honesty beats corruption; stay peaceful.
Key Takeaway
Uphold integrity and calm.
Themes
ethics
politics
peace
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- political debates
- personal conflicts
- public discourse
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
social harmony
Questions to Reflect On
- When is honesty more dangerous than deceit?
- How can calm silence envy?
A Different Perspective
Peace may be hard to maintain under oppression.
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