Absolute Quote by Flannery O'Connor
“Those who have no absolute values cannot let the relative remain merely relative; they are always raising it to the level of the absolute.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Nature of Moral Absolutes”, 1964
Absolute values prevent relativism from becoming absolute.
In simple terms: No absolute values leads to all things becoming absolute.
Key Takeaway
Uphold core values to avoid relativism.
Themes
ethics
philosophy
relativism
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- politics
- personal conduct
- education
Key Concepts
moral foundations
absolutism
Questions to Reflect On
- What are your non-negotiable values?
- How to handle conflicting absolutes?
A Different Perspective
Values can be challenged by cultural shifts.
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