Deeds Quote by William Shakespeare
“You undergo too strict a paradox, Striving to make an ugly deed look fair.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, Act 3, Scene 2
Attempting to justify immoral actions creates internal conflict and moral paradox.
In simple terms: Justifying bad deeds causes inner conflict.
Key Takeaway
Question the morality of your rationalizations.
Themes
ethics
conflict
integrity
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- political decision making
- personal relationships
- legal judgments
Key Concepts
cognitive dissonance
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What deeds are you trying to justify?
- How can you align actions with values?
A Different Perspective
Rationalizations can be self‑deceptive.
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