Jesus Quote by Fulton J. Sheen
““The good repent on knowing their sin; the evil become angry when discovered. Ignorance is not the cause of evil, as Plato held; neither is education the answer to the removal of evil. These men had an intellect as well as a will; knowledge as well as intention. Truth can be known and hated; Goodness can be known and crucified. The Hour was approaching, and for the moment the fear of the people deterred the Pharisees. Violence could not be triggered against Him until He would say, 'This is your Hour.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Hour of Truth, 1950
Knowledge and intention together shape moral outcomes; ignorance alone does not cause evil, nor does education alone eradicate it.
In simple terms: Evil stems from will, not just lack of knowledge.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate both wisdom and moral will.
Themes
morality
knowledge
intention
evil
truth
faith
Mood
thoughtful
spiritual
inspirational
Type
theological
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- teaching
- leadership
- community building
Key Concepts
Free will
ethical responsibility
spiritual growth
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivates moral choices?
- How can we nurture good will?
A Different Perspective
Changing hearts is harder than changing minds.
