Plutarch on the Delay of the Divine Justice

"Plutarch on the Delay of the Divine Justice" by Plutarch is a philosophical exploration from the late first century that grapples with why bad people don't always get punished right away, and what that means for us. It starts with characters talking about how it seems like the gods aren’t doing their job since wrongdoers often get away with things for a while. Plutarch steps in to suggest these delays aren't a mistake; instead, they might give people a chance to change and show that forgiveness and patience are important. The story examines questions of right and wrong, fairness, and what it means for the gods to be in charge.