Affections Quote by Charles Inglis
“All the dark, malevolent Passions of the Soul are roused and exerted; its mild and amiable affections are suppressed; and with them, virtuous Principles are laid prostrate.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise on moral philosophy, 1840
The soul’s darker passions dominate while gentle affections and virtuous principles are suppressed, leading to moral imbalance.
In simple terms: Dark urges overwhelm good feelings.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate kindness to balance impulses.
Themes
morality
inner conflict
virtue
Mood
somber
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- counseling
- spiritual practice
- leadership
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What practices strengthen gentle affections?
- How do you recognize when dark passions dominate?
A Different Perspective
Suppressing good feelings can cause repression.
