Evil Quote by Donald Robertson
““Evil is to be found not within things, but in the value judgements which people bring to bear upon things. People can therefore be cured of their ills only if they are persuaded to change their value judgements,””
About This Quote
Evil isn’t inherent in objects but arises from the value judgments people assign to them; changing those judgments can heal moral flaws.
In simple terms: Evil comes from how we value things; change judgments to heal.
Key Takeaway
Reexamine and adjust personal value judgments.
Themes
ethics
perception
evil
psychology
Mood
reflective
philosophical
Type
ethical
psychological
When to use this quote
- therapy
- ethical education
- personal growth
- counseling
- moral development
Key Concepts
value judgment
moral philosophy
cognitive reframing
Questions to Reflect On
- What values shape your perception of good and evil?
- How can you shift harmful judgments?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep‑seated values is difficult and may face resistance.
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