Quotation by

Plato

No evil can happen to a good man, either in life or after death.

Life

Understanding this quote AI Analysis

Plato means that a truly good person cannot be harmed in a way that ultimately affects their true self or moral integrity, regardless of what happens to their body or reputation. Even after death, their goodness protects their soul from real misfortune.

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