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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I know the two great commandments, and I'd better get on with them.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of acting on moral principles rather than merely knowing them.
C. S. Lewis highlights the value of translating knowledge into action, specifically in relation to ethical or moral commandments. Recognizing the essential tenets of behavior is not enough; one must actively strive to embody these principles in daily life to truly fulfill them.
Themes
CommandmentsActionMoralityPrinciplesEthics
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a speech about ethical leadership.
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