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Censure acquits the raven, but pursues the dove
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"Censure acquits the raven, but pursues the dove"

- Juvenal

About this Quote

This quote by Juvenal is a commentary on the unfairness of criticism and judgement. The raven is a sign of darkness and evil, while the dove is a sign of peace and innocence. The quote suggests that even though the raven is guilty of wrongdoing, it is often not held responsible for its actions. On the other hand, the dove, which is innocent, is roughly judged and punished for its actions. This quote is a tip that criticism and judgement can be biased and unjust, which those who are innocent can be unfairly punished. It likewise works as a warning to be cautious of how we judge others, as we may be too fast to condemn those who are innocent.

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Juvenal This quote is written / told by Juvenal between 55 AC and 135 AC. She was a famous Poet from Rome. The author also have 16 other quotes.

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