Books Quote by Alan Dean Foster
““To be angered by evil is to partake of it, stupid. - Phrases of Import and Salvation, Chapter IX, The Book of Universal Truths and Other Humorous Anecdotes””
About This Quote
Source Book: Phrases of Import and Salvation, Chapter IX, The Book of Universal Truths and Other Humorous Anecdotes, 1998
Being angry at evil means you share in its negativity; better to avoid such emotions.
In simple terms: Anger at evil makes you part of it.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate calm instead of anger.
Themes
ethics
emotion
philosophy
humor
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
humorous
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- personal growth
- justice work
- mental health
Key Concepts
moral psychology
detachment
self‑control
Questions to Reflect On
- What strategies help you stay calm when faced with injustice?
- How can you transform anger into constructive action?
A Different Perspective
Anger can be a natural response; complete suppression may be unrealistic.
![“"Why should I become angry just because another man has made a fool of himself. Do thou resist not evil!" That is what the lovers of God say. Whatever the world does, wherever it goes, has no influence [on them].” quote by Swami Vivekananda](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/b9d/swami-vivekananda-53_angry_why-should-i-become-angry-just-because-a_3073267.jpg)
