Character Quote by Edmund Burke
“Whilst shame keeps its watch, virtue is not wholly extinguished in the heart; nor will moderation be utterly exiled from the minds of tyrants.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Moral Philosophy, Edmund Burke, 1790
Shame watches over us, but virtue persists; moderation survives even in tyrants.
In simple terms: Virtue endures despite shame and tyranny.
Key Takeaway
Maintain moral standards.
Themes
ethics
virtue
political theory
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- leadership
- personal integrity
- social governance
Key Concepts
morality
self‑control
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you uphold virtue under pressure?
- Can moderation survive in corrupt systems?
A Different Perspective
Tyranny can suppress virtue.
