Time Quote by David Bentley Hart
““It is just as often the case, however, that men are violent solely from expedience, because they believe in no higher law than the demands of the moment, while””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Beauty of the Infinite, 2019
People may resort to violence when they lack belief in any higher moral law beyond immediate demands.
In simple terms: Violence can arise from short‑term thinking without higher values.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate higher ethical principles.
Themes
ethics
violence
morality
expedience
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- political conflict
- personal decisions
- societal pressure
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- What higher laws guide your actions?
- Can you resist momentary demands?
A Different Perspective
Not all violence is purely expedient; deeper causes exist.
