Honor Quotes
Honor modesty more than your life.
"Honor modesty more than your life."— Aeschylus
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Meaning of this quote
Danaus asks his daughters to place modest conduct above their lives. The line reflects the gender expectations and family pressures of its ancient dramatic setting.
Key takeaway:
Read the demand in its historical context; personal dignity should not require sacrificing safety.
Origin of the quote
The Suppliant Maidens / The Suppliants; Danaus instructs his daughters; Seth G. Benardete translation.
Who actually said this?
VerifiedExact sentence appears in the consulted English text; its original setting concerns a father's expectations about his daughters' conduct.
