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Reserved as he [Confucius] was about the supernatural, he…

“Reserved as he [Confucius] was about the supernatural, he was not without it; somewhere in the universe there was a power that was on the side of right.” quote by Huston Smith
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“Reserved as he [Confucius] was about the supernatural, he was not without it; somewhere in the universe there was a power that was on the side of right.”

Huston Smith

About This Quote

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

Confucius is skeptical of the supernatural yet acknowledges a universal moral power that supports righteousness.

In simple terms: Even skeptics see a right‑side cosmic force.

Key Takeaway

Recognize moral order beyond visible evidence.

Themes

ethics spirituality skepticism

Mood

thoughtful reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • political decision
  • personal decisions
  • social activism

Key Concepts

moral realism cosmic justice philosophical inquiry

Questions to Reflect On

  • What evidence supports a universal moral power?
  • How does this belief affect daily choices?
A Different Perspective

The claim may be too vague to guide concrete action.

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