People Quote by Edmund Burke
“If the people are happy, united, wealthy, and powerful, we presume the rest. We conclude that to be good from whence good is derived.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Thoughts on the French Revolution, 1790
Societal well‑being depends on collective happiness, unity, wealth, and power, which we assume define goodness.
In simple terms: Goodness is linked to societal health.
Key Takeaway
Foster community strength.
Themes
society
goodness
wealth
unity
power
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- government policy
- community building
- economic development
- public health
Key Concepts
political theory
ethics
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define goodness beyond material success?
- What role does unity play in moral judgments?
A Different Perspective
Assuming wealth equals goodness can ignore moral depth.
