It's easy to explain away evil. We have a free choice, and…
“It's easy to explain away evil. We have a free choice, and our greatest blessing is also our greatest curse, because I don't always make good choices. Other people make bad choices. I make bad choices. And sometimes we hurt other people. Sometimes intentionally, sometimes unintentionally.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Evil is rationalized; free will leads to both good and bad choices, causing harm.
In simple terms: Free will lets us choose good or bad, causing hurt.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on your choices.
Themes
morality
free will
consequence
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
reflective
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- leadership
- parenting
- policy making
Key Concepts
ethics
human nature
responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What choices have caused unintended harm?
- How can you improve decision making?
A Different Perspective
Oversimplifies complex moral psychology.