Greater Quote by William Shakespeare
“It is great sin to swear unto a sin, But greater sin to keep a sinful oath.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, William Shakespeare, 1611
Swearing by a sin compounds moral error; breaking a sinful oath is even worse.
In simple terms: Breaking a bad promise is worse than swearing.
Key Takeaway
Avoid making false vows.
Themes
morality
integrity
language
Mood
serious
contemplative
Type
ethical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- legal agreements
Key Concepts
Ethics
rhetoric
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you keep promises even when they become harmful?
- When is it acceptable to break a vow?
A Different Perspective
May be overly literal about ancient language.
