Alternatives Quote by Anonymous
“When you have established that one alternative is good and the other is evil, there is no justification for the choice of a mixture. There is no justification ever for choosing any part of what you know to be evil.”
About This Quote
Choosing any part of known evil is unjustifiable; one must reject evil entirely.
In simple terms: Reject evil completely.
Key Takeaway
Never compromise with evil.
Themes
ethics
integrity
decisionmaking
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- political decisions
- personal choices
- policy formation
- legal judgments
Key Concepts
moral absolutism
ethical consistency
Questions to Reflect On
- Is any compromise ever morally permissible?
- How do you handle unavoidable trade‑offs?
A Different Perspective
Complex situations may involve shades of gray, making absolute rejection difficult.
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