We are slow to believe that which if believed would hurt our feelings.
OvidRead
The penalty may be removed, the crime is eternal.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The consequences of our actions may fade, but the nature of those actions remains.
Ovid's quote suggests that while the legal or societal repercussions of our actions might eventually be lifted or forgotten, the moral implications and the essence of the actions themselves persist over time. This reflects on the idea that certain wrongdoings carry a weight and significance that outlast any temporal punishment, emphasizing the importance of integrity and conscience.
Themes
CrimePenaltyEternalConsequencesMorality
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about accountability in ethics courses.
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