Be good Quote by Bertolt Brecht
“Terrible is the temptation to be good.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Threepenny Opera, 1928
The desire to act morally can become a strong, almost compulsive urge, sometimes feeling burdensome.
In simple terms: Moral urges can feel overwhelming.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and balance moral impulses.
Themes
morality
temptation
inner conflict
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- leadership
- social activism
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
existentialism
ethical pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate genuine moral duty from compulsive pressure?
- When does moral striving become counterproductive?
A Different Perspective
The temptation may conflict with personal well‑being or realistic constraints.
