All things Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“Never resist temptation: prove all things: hold fast that which is good.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Man and Superman, 1903
Resist temptation, test all things, and cling to what is good.
In simple terms: Test temptations; hold onto good.
Key Takeaway
Stay true to virtue.
Themes
self‑discipline
temptation
virtue
Mood
philosophical
motivational
Type
ethical
advice
When to use this quote
- decision making
- moral dilemmas
- self‑control
Key Concepts
ethical testing
personal integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines 'good' for you?
- How do you test temptations?
A Different Perspective
Good may be ambiguous.
