Badness Quote by C. S. Lewis
“Goodness is, so to speak, itself; badness is only spoiled goodness. And there must be something good first before it can be spoiled.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Problem of Pain, 1940
Goodness originates pure; corruption turns it into badness, requiring an original good source.
In simple terms: Goodness becomes bad when spoiled; original good precedes it.
Key Takeaway
Preserve purity to avoid corruption.
Themes
morality
goodness
corruption
theology
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- personal behavior
- societal norms
- religious teachings
- legal systems
Key Concepts
ethics
theology
metaphysics
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards can protect goodness?
- Can badness arise without prior goodness?
A Different Perspective
Not all bad actions stem from spoiled goodness.
