A god implants in mortal guilt whenever he wants utterly to confound a house.
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When strength is yoked with justice, where is a mightier pair than they?
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the powerful combination of strength and justice.
Aeschylus highlights the idea that when strength is combined with justice, it creates an unparalleled force for good. This suggests that true power should not be a mere display of physical might, but rather should be exercised in alignment with moral principles, leading to a more just and equitable society.
Themes
StrengthJusticePowerMoralityPrinciples
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech addressing social justice issues, one might invoke this quote to stress the importance of coupling power with ethical governance.
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