Character Quote by Dean Koontz
““Sometimes complex and difficult moral choices are decided less by reason and by right than by sentiment.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Phantoms by Dean Koontz, 1983
Moral decisions often hinge more on feelings than logical analysis or abstract authority.
In simple terms: Feelings can guide moral choices more than reason.
Key Takeaway
Trust intuition, but balance with reason.
Themes
morality
emotion
decision-making
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- personal dilemmas
- leadership choices
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
ethical intuition
subjective judgment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate gut feeling from bias?
- When should reason override sentiment?
A Different Perspective
Sentiment may be biased or misleading.
