Happiness may be defined as good fortune joined to virtue…
“Happiness may be defined as good fortune joined to virtue, or a independence, or as a life that is both agreeable and secure”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Happiness is the result of combining good fortune with moral virtue, independence, and a life that feels both pleasant and safe.
In simple terms: Good fortune plus virtue and a secure, pleasant life equals happiness.
Cultivate virtue and seek security.
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When to use this quote
- personal development
- public policy
- social welfare
- mental health
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance personal virtue with external circumstances?
- What does a secure, pleasant life look like for you?
Happiness also depends on external conditions beyond personal control.