Character Quote by Ernest Hemingway
““So far, about morals, I know only that what is moral is what you feel good after and what is immoral is what you feel bad after.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Writing, 1952
Morality is felt emotionally: actions feel good or bad, shaping our sense of right and wrong.
In simple terms: Morality is felt, not reasoned.
Key Takeaway
Trust your emotional compass.
Themes
ethics
emotion
subjectivity
Mood
thoughtful
introspective
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal decision‑making
- art criticism
- relationship building
Key Concepts
Moral psychology
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- How reliable are your feelings as moral guides?
- Can reason complement emotional morality?
A Different Perspective
Emotions can be misleading or culturally biased.
