Virtue is the habit of acting according to wisdom…
“Virtue is the habit of acting according to wisdom. GOTTFRIED WILHELM LEIBNIZ, "Felicity", Leibniz: Political Writings Virtue is harder to be got than knowledge of the world; and, if lost in a young man, is seldom recovered. JOHN LOCKE, Some Thoughts Concerning Education However wicked men may be, they do not dare openly to appear the enemies of virtue, and when they desire to persecute her they either pretend to believe her false or attribute crimes to her.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Virtue is difficult to attain and easily lost; true moral character requires continual effort.
In simple terms: Virtue is hard to get and easy to lose.
Key Takeaway
Practice and protect your moral habits.
Themes
virtue
wisdom
habit
morality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- education
- leadership
- personal ethics
Key Concepts
ethical philosophy
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain virtue in daily life?
- What habits support your moral growth?
A Different Perspective
Virtue alone does not guarantee happiness; balance with practical knowledge.