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Everything which is of use to mankind is honourable.

“Everything which is of use to mankind is honourable.” quote by Fiodor Dostoievsky
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““Everything which is of use to mankind is honourable.””

Fiodor Dostoievsky

About This Quote

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

The quote asserts that any tool or knowledge benefiting humanity holds moral worth.

In simple terms: Useful things are honorable.

Key Takeaway

Value and use for humanity.

Themes

morality humanity purpose honor philosophy

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

Honor:1 Honorable:1 Honour:1 Honourable:1 Life philosophy:1 Mankind:1 Nature of man:1 Purpose:1 Purpose-in-life:1 Mankind Honourable:1 Use Mankind:1

When to use this quote

  • education
  • technology development
  • public policy
  • community service
  • ethical decision‑making

Key Concepts

utilitarianism ethical value social good

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you decide what is useful?
  • Can usefulness be measured objectively?
A Different Perspective

Moral worth may be contested in different cultures.

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