Character Quote by Fulton J. Sheen
“Education lays hold of what is best in a person, but character lays hold of what is worse. It takes hold of a failing and by very skillful manipulation and training turns it into a perfection.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "The Moral Life", 1950
Education cultivates the good in people, while character refines flaws into virtues through disciplined training.
In simple terms: Education teaches good; character refines bad.
Key Takeaway
Focus on character development alongside learning.
Themes
education
character formation
personal development
Mood
inspirational
thoughtful
encouraging
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- parenting
- school curricula
- self‑improvement programs
- mentorship
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we nurture character in educational settings?
- What obstacles hinder moral transformation?
A Different Perspective
Character change is slow and may resist.
