We may not commit a lesser Sin under pretence to avoid a…
“We may not commit a lesser Sin under pretence to avoid a greater, but we may, nay we ought to endure the greatest Pain and Grief rather than commit the least Sin.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Enduring great pain is preferable to committing even a small sin under false pretenses.
In simple terms: Suffering may be morally superior to deceitful compromise.
Key Takeaway
Choose integrity over comfort.
Themes
ethics
suffering
integrity
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- personal sacrifice
- religious practice
- ethical dilemmas
- health decisions
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
pain tolerance
Questions to Reflect On
- Is all suffering morally justified?
- When is compromise ethically acceptable?
A Different Perspective
Enduring pain may cause unnecessary harm.