Busy Quote by Charles Dickens
““Satan finds some mischief still, for idle hands to do'...He might have written with as much truth, 'Satan finds some mischief for busy hands too.' The busy people achieve their full share of mischief in the world, you may rely upon it. What have the people been about, who have been the busiest in getting money, and in getting power, this century or two? No mischief?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Great Expectations, Charles Dickens, 1861
Idle hands lead to mischief; even busy people create trouble when they have power and money.
In simple terms: Idle hands cause trouble; busy people also cause trouble.
Key Takeaway
Beware how power and wealth can breed mischief.
Themes
power
wealth
misconduct
society
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
observational
critical
When to use this quote
- politics
- corporate leadership
- personal ambition
- social activism
Key Concepts
Ethics
human nature
corruption
Questions to Reflect On
- How does power influence moral choices?
- Can busy people be ethical?
A Different Perspective
Even the busiest can cause harm if unchecked.
