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Not to help justice in her need would be an impiety.
Plato
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Failing to support justice is morally wrong.

This quote by Plato emphasizes the moral obligation of individuals to support and uphold justice. It suggests that turning a blind eye to injustice or refusing to act in the face of wrongdoing is not just an oversight, but a serious violation of ethical duty.

Themes

JusticeMoralityEthicsObligationSupport

In practice

Example use cases

In a speech about civil rights, one might reference this quote to highlight the importance of standing up for justice.

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