Adultery Quote by C. S. Lewis
“All killing is not murder any more than all sexual intercourse is adultery.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Screwtape Letters, 1942
Not all killing is murder, just as not all sex is adultery; context defines moral judgment.
In simple terms: Killing and sex aren't always immoral.
Key Takeaway
Assess intent and context before moralizing.
Themes
ethics
context
morality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- legal judgments
- personal relationships
- war
- medical decisions
Key Concepts
philosophy
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- When is killing justified?
- How does context change the view of an act?
A Different Perspective
Moral judgments can be subjective.
