Brain Quote by Arthur Rimbaud
“Morality is the weakness of the brain.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unpublished verses, 1865
Moral judgments stem from limited reasoning, suggesting ethical concepts are mental constructs rather than absolute truths.
In simple terms: Morality comes from limited thinking.
Key Takeaway
Question your moral assumptions.
Themes
ethics
philosophy
psychology
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- debates on law
- personal decision making
- education curricula
- cultural criticism
Key Concepts
relativism
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you base your actions on reason or tradition?
- Can morality be both subjective and functional?
A Different Perspective
Moral frameworks can provide social cohesion despite their subjectivity.
