Skip to content

And this is the eternal law. For, Evil often stops short…

“And this is the eternal law. For, Evil often stops short at istelf and dies with the doer of it! but Good, never.” quote by Charles Dickens
Download Open image
“And this is the eternal law. For, Evil often stops short at istelf and dies with the doer of it! but Good, never.”

Charles Dickens

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Evil often self‑destructs, while good persists despite challenges.

In simple terms: Evil collapses; good endures.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate goodness despite adversity.

Themes

morality justice perseverance

Mood

somber hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • social reform
  • personal integrity
  • community service

Key Concepts

ethics karma

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can good survive without recognition?
  • What drives people toward evil?
A Different Perspective

Goodness may be tested and seem unrewarded.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by Charles Dickens

Explore all 2,309 Charles Dickens quotes

More Doers quotes

Browse all 213 Doers quotes