Quote by Sophocles

I well believe it, to unwilling ears;None love the messenger who brings bad news.

I well believe it, to unwilling ears;None love the messenger

Summary

This quote suggests that people are often unwilling to believe or listen to unpleasant or negative information. It highlights the tendency for individuals to reject messengers who deliver bad news because they prefer to avoid or deny unpleasant realities. The quote reveals a common human desire for positivity and avoidance of discomfort, even if it means dismissing the truth or the messenger.

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