A dogmatic belief in objective value is necessary to the very idea of a rule which is not tyranny or an obedience which is not slavery.
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The 'frankness' of people sunk below shame is a very cheap frankness.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Candidness that lacks moral restraint is worthless.
C. S. Lewis suggests that when individuals express their thoughts and feelings without regard for decency or shame, their honesty loses its value. True frankness is rooted in an understanding of dignity and restraint; thus, when people disregard these values, their openness can become superficial and devoid of meaning.
Themes
HonestyShameFranknessValuesDecency
In practice
Example use cases
During a discussion on moral integrity among friends.
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