Character Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“Have you no morals, man?' 'Can't afford them,Governor.”
About This Quote
Source Play: "Pygmalion", 1913
Morality can be seen as a luxury when survival is at stake.
In simple terms: Morals may be unaffordable.
Key Takeaway
Consider ethical priorities.
Themes
ethics
poverty
survival
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
literary
dialogue
When to use this quote
- homelessness
- financial crisis
- political oppression
Key Concepts
Moral relativism
economic pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it justified to compromise morals?
- What alternatives exist?
A Different Perspective
Moral choices are complex, not black and white.
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