1944 Quote by Aleister Crowley
““Remember in any case, that not only the Adept, but anyone with the smallest capacity for Adeptship, is fundamentally an Artist; he will certainly not possess any of those bourgeois "virtues" which are just so many reactions to Blue Funk.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Book of the Law by Aleister Crowley, 1904
All individuals possess an innate artistic nature, regardless of skill level, and thus lack conventional bourgeois virtues that are merely reactions to deeper forces.
In simple terms: Everyone is naturally artistic, not bound by typical middle‑class morals.
Key Takeaway
Embrace your inner artist, ignore superficial virtues.
Themes
artistry
individualism
social critique
Mood
defiant
reflective
Type
philosophical
provocative
When to use this quote
- personal creation
- social rebellion
- self‑expression
- challenging norms
Key Concepts
Adeptship
bourgeois virtues
Blue Funk
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing your artistic nature change your actions?
- What virtues might you discard?
A Different Perspective
Even artists may still be influenced by societal expectations.
