Acting Quote by Francis Hutcheson
“That action is best which procures the greatest happiness.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: An Inquiry into the Original of Moral Sense, 1725
Actions are best when they maximize overall happiness.
In simple terms: Choose actions that bring the most joy.
Seek greatest happiness for all.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- team leadership
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What happiness do you prioritize?
- How balance personal joy with collective good?
Great happiness may conflict with individual rights.