Evil Quote by Dom Lorenzo Scupoli
““The second is a persistent application to the serious and diligent examination of every object in order to distinguish the good from the evil.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Spiritual Combat, 1589
Continuous, diligent scrutiny of all things helps separate good from evil.
In simple terms: Careful examination reveals moral truth.
Key Takeaway
Practice vigilant discernment.
Themes
ethics
morality
discernment
spirituality
Mood
thoughtful
instructional
Type
ethical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- decision making
- personal growth
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
philosophy
critical thinking
virtue ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria guide your judgments?
- How do you balance scrutiny with compassion?
A Different Perspective
May lead to analysis paralysis.
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