I love the old way best, the simple way of poison, where we too are strong as men.
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Often a noble face hides filthy ways.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Appearances can be deceptive, as outward nobility may conceal immoral behavior.
This quote by Euripides highlights the idea that superficial assessments of character based on appearances can be misleading. A person who seems honorable or virtuous may, in reality, engage in unethical or corrupt practices, reminding us to look beyond the surface to understand true intentions and values.
Themes
AppearanceDeceptionVirtueCharacterNobility
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about morality, one might use this quote to illustrate how people can misrepresent themselves.
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