Authority Quote by Deepak Chopra
“Customs change with time, so it isn't fair to permit change only when you happen to approve of it but condemn change citing biblical authority when you don't.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public lecture on ethics, date unknown
Changing norms should be judged consistently, not selectively using religion to block unwanted change while allowing favored ones.
In simple terms: Apply the same standards to all changes.
Key Takeaway
Judge change uniformly.
Themes
ethics
consistency
religion
politics
hypocrisy
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- legislation
- cultural shifts
- personal beliefs
- policy debates
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
social change
bias
Questions to Reflect On
- Are you consistent in your own stance on change?
- How can societies enforce fair standards?
A Different Perspective
People often misuse authority to favor personal preferences.
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