Poetic Justice

Poetic justice is a concept where a person receives fitting or deserved consequences for their actions, often in a way that reflects their behavior. It usually involves an ironic twist where good or bad fortune aligns with their deeds, emphasizing moral order. For example, a dishonest person might be caught in a similar deception, or someone who acts kindly receives gratitude. Poetic justice highlights a sense of moral balance—justice served in a way that feels just and appropriate, often with an element of irony or storytelling symmetry.