Accomplished Quote by C. S. Lewis
“Morality is a mountain which we cannot climb by our own efforts; and if we could we should only perish in the ice and unbreathable air of the summit, lacking those wings with which the rest of the journey has to be accomplished. For it is from there that the real ascent begins. The ropes and axes are 'done away' and the rest is a matter of flying.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Problem of Pain", 1940
Moral growth requires divine assistance; human effort alone cannot reach true virtue.
In simple terms: We need help to be truly moral.
Key Takeaway
Rely on higher guidance for ethics.
Themes
morality
spirituality
human limitation
divine aid
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- community leadership
- education
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
theodicy
ethical development
Questions to Reflect On
- What role does personal effort play?
- How to recognize divine guidance?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on external aid may diminish personal responsibility.
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