Morality is not really the doctrine of how to make…
“Morality is not really the doctrine of how to make ourselves happy but of how we are to be worthy of happiness”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Morality is about being worthy of happiness, not merely seeking it.
In simple terms: Be worthy of happiness, not just happy.
Cultivate virtue.
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When to use this quote
- education
- public policy
- personal decision‑making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you measure being worthy of happiness?
- What virtues align with your life goals?
May seem abstract for everyday choices.