Character Quote by Charles Caleb Colton
“Vice has more martyrs than virtue; and it often happens that men suffer more to be lost than to be saved.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Miscellanies, 1820
Vice attracts more followers than virtue, and suffering often leads to loss rather than salvation.
In simple terms: Vice is popular; virtue is neglected.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the allure of vice and seek true virtue.
Themes
morality
temptation
suffering
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- addiction recovery
- ethical counseling
- personal growth
Key Concepts
ethical theory
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do people gravitate toward vice?
- How can virtue be made appealing?
A Different Perspective
Virtue requires effort and may be less rewarding socially.
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