Tugend & Laster - Bedeutung von Moral und Tugend

used to suggest that success and power can corrupt even the most virtuous or heroic individuals, leading them to abandon their principles

used to emphasize the value of personal qualities and virtues over one's family background or social status

Besser eine gute Kuh als eine gute Kuh

used to suggest that if a person always acts with honesty, integrity, and morality, they have nothing to fear from others

Tue das Richtige und fürchte dich vor niemandem

used to imply that honesty, justice, and integrity in competition or conflict are highly valued and considered precious

Fairplay ist ein Juwel

used to emphasize that the quality of one's life is more important than the quantity of years lived, as a good and virtuous life is more fulfilling and leads to a longer and happier life

wer gut lebt, der lebt lange

used to encourage people to avoid negativity and harmful behavior towards others, focusing on positivity and refraining from spreading gossip or harmful information

Höre nichts Böses, sehe nichts Böses, sprich nichts Böses

used to suggest that even those with questionable morals may have a sense of honor and loyalty among themselves, highlighting the unexpected bonds that can form between individuals

Selbst unter Dieben herrscht Ehre

used to imply that the satisfaction of doing the right thing is a reward in itself and that people should strive to act with honor and integrity in all aspects of life

Tugend ist ihr eigener Lohn

used to warn against relying on an inheritance or waiting for someone else's misfortune before pursuing personal goals, encouraging people to take action toward achieving success

used to suggest that a person who has acted with honesty, integrity, and morality can rest easy and feel at ease with themselves

Ein gutes Gewissen macht ein weiches Kissen

used to imply that having a clear conscience, free from guilt or wrongdoing, can be a valuable asset in life

Ein gutes Gewissen ist eine sichere Karte

used to suggest that having a clear conscience and living with integrity can bring a sense of security and inner peace

Das Kissen eines ehrlichen Mannes ist sein Seelenfrieden