A god implants in mortal guilt whenever he wants utterly to confound a house.
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There is no sickness worse for me than words that to be kind must lie.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Aeschylus expresses the idea that false kindness is more harmful than any physical ailment.
This quote suggests that insincerity in communication can be more damaging than illness itself. Aeschylus highlights the importance of honesty in our interactions, implying that words meant to be kind but lacking truth create a deeper malaise in relationships and personal integrity.
Themes
HonestyTruthKindnessSincerityCommunication
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of integrity in leadership, one might quote Aeschylus to emphasize the value of honesty.
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