Achievement Quote by Carl Jung
“It is a moral achievement on the part of the doctor who ought not to let himself be repelled by sickness and corruption.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Modern Man in Search of a Soul, 1933
Doctors should maintain moral integrity despite illness and corruption around them.
In simple terms: Doctors must stay ethical despite disease.
Key Takeaway
Uphold professional ethics.
Themes
ethics
medicine
integrity
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- hospital work
- clinical trials
- public health policy
Key Concepts
moral duty
professionalism
humanism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can doctors resist corrupt influences?
- What supports moral resilience in healthcare?
A Different Perspective
Moral pressure can conflict with personal safety.
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