It is as absurd to argue men, as to torture them, into believing.
John Henry NewmanRead
Knowledge is one thing, virtue is another.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Knowledge and virtue are distinct yet important aspects of a person's character.
This quote by John Henry Newman highlights the difference between knowledge and virtue, suggesting that while acquiring knowledge is valuable, it does not inherently mean one possesses moral goodness or virtue. It implies that virtue, which encompasses moral excellence and ethical behavior, is a separate quality that one must strive to develop alongside knowledge to lead a fulfilling and principled life.
Themes
KnowledgeVirtueWisdomCharacterEthics
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about personal development, one could say, 'As John Henry Newman stated, knowledge is one thing, virtue is another, reminding us to cultivate both.'
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Evil has no substance of its own, but is only the defect, excess, perversion, or corruption of that which has substance.
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