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Well-ordered self-love is right and natural.

“Well-ordered self-love is right and natural.” quote by Thomas Aquinas
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“Well-ordered self-love is right and natural.”

Thomas Aquinas

About This Quote

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

Self‑love, when ordered, aligns with natural law and is morally sound.

In simple terms: Ordered self‑love is natural.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate healthy self‑respect.

Themes

ethics self‑esteem natural law

Mood

contemplative balanced

Type

theological ethical

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • spiritual practice
  • mental health

Key Concepts

theology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What distinguishes healthy from excessive self‑love?
  • How does ordered self‑love affect community?
A Different Perspective

Excessive self‑love becomes vanity.

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