Good and evil Quote by C.S. Lewis
““If God is wiser that we His judgement must differ from ours on many things, and not least on good and evil. What seems to us good may therefore not be good in His eyes, and what seems to us evil may not be evil.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Screwtape Letters, 1942
Divine wisdom may judge actions differently than humans, especially regarding morality, so human judgments of good and evil can be flawed.
In simple terms: God's view of good and evil differs from ours.
Key Takeaway
Recognize human moral limits and seek humility.
Themes
theology
humility
ethical relativism
Mood
contemplative
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- ethical debates
- interfaith dialogue
- religious education
Key Concepts
divine perspective
human judgment
morality
spiritual growth
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions do you make about good and evil?
- How do you reconcile human ethics with divine will?
A Different Perspective
Human reasoning can still offer valuable moral insight despite divine differences.
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