Depends Quote by C. S. Lewis
“The value given to the testimony of any feeling must depend on our whole philosophy, not our whole philosophy on a feeling.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Philosophy of Feeling, C. S. Lewis, 1955
Our judgment of feelings should be grounded in a comprehensive philosophy, not the feeling alone.
In simple terms: Philosophy should guide feeling judgments.
Key Takeaway
Align emotions with worldview.
Themes
ethics
philosophy
emotion
critical thinking
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- spiritual counseling
- academic debate
Key Concepts
theology
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance feeling with reason?
- What frameworks help integrate emotions into ethical choices?
A Different Perspective
Emotions can be irrational despite philosophy.
