The sun, the moon and the stars would have disappeared long ago... had they happened to be within the reach of predatory human hands.
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It is becoming clear that the old platitudes can no longer be maintained, and that if we wish to improve our morals we must first improve our knowledge.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Improving our knowledge is essential for enhancing our morals.
This quote emphasizes the importance of knowledge as a foundation for moral improvement. Havelock Ellis suggests that mere adherence to old sayings or platitudes is insufficient for ethical progress; instead, a deeper understanding and education are required to cultivate better moral standards in society.
Themes
KnowledgeMoralsImprovementWisdomEducation
In practice
Example use cases
During a seminar on ethics, this quote could highlight the importance of education in moral development.
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