Quote by Plato

The greatest penalty of evildoing is to grow into the likeness of bad men.

The greatest penalty of evildoing is to grow into the likene

Summary

This quote suggests that the consequence of engaging in wrongdoing is not confined to external punishment or retribution, but rather an internal transformation. It implies that when one indulges in evil actions or associates with bad individuals, it gradually alters their character, making them more similar to those responsible for the wrongdoing. In this context, the quote serves as a cautionary reminder of the potential long-term damage to one's own morality and identity that can result from engaging in unethical behavior.

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