Angel Quote by Enoch Fitch Burr
“Dying visions of angels and Christ and God and heaven are confined to credibly good men. Why do not bad men have such visions? They die of all sorts of diseases; they have nervous temperaments; they even have creeds and hopes about the future which they cling to with very great tenacity; why do not they rejoice in some such glorious illusions when they go out of the world?”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Philosophical Reflections, 1910
He questions why virtuous visions are rare among the morally flawed, linking health and temperament to belief.
In simple terms: Good visions are rare for bad men.
Key Takeaway
Consider how character influences perception.
Themes
philosophy
theology
human nature
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- medical practice
- spiritual counseling
- ethical education
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
morality
perception
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Do beliefs shape health outcomes?
- Can virtue be cultivated regardless of temperament?
A Different Perspective
Not all suffering correlates with moral standing.
