Asks Quote by Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury
“If we are told a man is religious we still ask what are his morals? But if we hear at first that he has honest morals, and is a man of natural justice and good temper, we seldom think of the other question, whether he be religious and devout.”
About This Quote
Moral character is judged before religious affiliation; honesty and justice matter more.
In simple terms: People judge morals before religion.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize integrity over labels.
Themes
morality
religion
character
judgment
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- hiring
- friendship
- leadership
- public speaking
Key Concepts
ethics
social perception
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines a person's true character?
- Can morality exist without religion?
A Different Perspective
Religious labels can still influence perception.
![“HIGGINS. Have you no morals, man? DOOLITTLE [unabashed] Cant afford them, Governor. Neither could you if you was as poor as me.” quote by George Bernard Shaw](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/cd7/george-bernard-shaw-68_men_higgins-have-you-no-morals-man-doolittle_324487.jpg)
