Justice prevails over transgression when she comes to the end of the race.
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Work is not a shame. Laziness is a shame.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Hard work is admirable, while being lazy is not.
This quote by Hesiod emphasizes the value of hard work and the societal shame associated with laziness. It suggests that pursuing diligence and effort in one's tasks leads to respect and fulfillment, while laziness fails to contribute to personal and communal growth.
Themes
WorkLazinessEffortDiligenceShame
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech to encourage a team to increase productivity.
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