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There can be no Good Will. Will is always Evil; it is…

“There can be no Good Will. Will is always Evil; it is persecution to others or selfishness.” quote by William Blake
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“There can be no Good Will. Will is always Evil; it is persecution to others or selfishness.”

William Blake

About This Quote

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

Good will is impossible; will inevitably becomes self‑interest or oppression.

In simple terms: Will turns selfish or harmful.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and curb selfish motives.

Themes

morality human nature power

Mood

cautionary reflective

Type

ethical literary

When to use this quote

  • leadership decisions
  • personal relationships
  • legal judgments
  • corporate policies

Key Concepts

egoism ethical paradox self‑interest

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does self‑interest become harmful?
  • Can pure altruism exist?
A Different Perspective

Not all actions stem from malicious intent; some are altruistic.

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