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“To will and not to do when there is opportunity is in reality not to will; and to love what is good and not to do it, when it is possible, is in reality not to love it” quote by Emanuel Swedenborg
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“To will and not to do when there is opportunity is in reality not to will; and to love what is good and not to do it, when it is possible, is in reality not to love it”

Emanuel Swedenborg

About This Quote

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

Choosing not to act on opportunities or love is equivalent to lacking will or love entirely.

In simple terms: Not acting on chances means you don't truly will or love.

Key Takeaway

Act on chances and love what is good.

Themes

will opportunity love action morality

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • personal relationships
  • social activism
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

Philosophy Ethics Human agency

Questions to Reflect On

  • What opportunities are you ignoring?
  • How can you align love with action?
A Different Perspective

Might be idealistic; real-world constraints can limit action.

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