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Each of us has a vision of good and of evil. We have to…

“Each of us has a vision of good and of evil. We have to encourage people to move towards what they think is good... Everyone has his own idea of good and evil and must choose to follow the good and fight evil as he conceives them. That would be enough to make the world a better place.” quote by Pope Francis
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“Each of us has a vision of good and of evil. We have to encourage people to move towards what they think is good... Everyone has his own idea of good and evil and must choose to follow the good and fight evil as he conceives them. That would be enough to make the world a better place.”

Pope Francis

About This Quote

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

People hold personal ideas of good and evil; encouraging others toward good improves the world.

In simple terms: Everyone defines good and evil; promote good.

Key Takeaway

Encourage others toward shared good.

Themes

morality choice community

Mood

hopeful inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • education
  • community service
  • dialogue

Key Concepts

ethics human nature social responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you decide what is good?
  • What actions can you take to promote good today?
A Different Perspective

Moral relativism can hinder collective action.

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