Moral code Quote by Christine Feehan
““I steal things.” “You do what?” She wanted to smile at the incredulous tone. “Is stealing worse than killing? I thought it was all bad.” “You just surprised me.” He didn’t flinch at her candid assessment of what he did, but it bothered him—and people’s opinions didn’t bother him. He had his own moral code, a code of strict honor. It shouldn’t matter what she said . . . but it did. She wasn’t accusing or even judgmental, just matter-of-fact and perhaps that was what got under his skin. That she just accepted what he was. One-dimensional, as if that was all he was. And all he would ever be.””
About This Quote
Explores a character’s moral code where stealing is seen as less severe than killing, highlighting personal honor versus societal judgment.
In simple terms: Personal honor can differ from society.
Key Takeaway
Question personal values.
Themes
morality
honor
personal code
Mood
thoughtful
introspective
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- character analysis
- storytelling
- psychological study
Key Concepts
ethical relativism
identity crisis
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines true honor?
- How do we judge actions beyond law?
A Different Perspective
Moral codes can clash with external norms.
