Has there ever been a society which has died of dissent? Several have died of conformity in our lifetime.
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The values by which we are to survive are not rules for just and unjust conduct, but are those deeper illuminations in whose light justice and injustice, good and evil, means and ends are seen in fearful sharpness of outline.
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What this quote means
The core values guiding humanity are deep insights that clarify our understanding of justice and morality.
Jacob Bronowski's quote reveals that the essential values necessary for our survival are not merely rules dictating right and wrong, but rather profound understandings that illuminate our perceptions of justice, injustice, good, evil, and the purpose of our actions. These insights provide a clearer perspective on the complexities of ethical dilemmas, encouraging a deeper comprehension beyond superficial norms.
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ValuesJusticeMoralityUnderstandingSurvivalEthics
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about ethical decision-making, this quote can be used to emphasize the importance of deeper understanding in determining right from wrong.
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