Expression Quote by C. S. Lewis
“A sensible human once said, "If people knew how much ill-feeling unselfishness occasions, it would not be so often recommended from the pulpit"; and again, "She's the sort of woman who lives for others you can always tell the others by their hunted expression.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis, 1942
Selfishness often masquerades as virtue, leading to hidden resentment and moral hypocrisy.
In simple terms: Selfishness hidden as kindness causes resentment.
Key Takeaway
Beware of praise that masks self‑interest.
Themes
morality
hypocrisy
self‑interest
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- church preaching
- political rhetoric
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
Christian ethics
psychology of altruism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate genuine altruism from self‑serving acts?
- What signs reveal hidden resentment?
A Different Perspective
Selfish motives can be subtle and hard to detect.
