Ought Quote by George Herbert
“Hee that doth what hee will, doth not what he ought.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Temple, 1633
Acting on personal desire without moral duty leads to ethical failure.
In simple terms: Desire without duty is wrong.
Key Takeaway
Align actions with moral obligations.
Themes
ethics
responsibility
selfcontrol
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
moral
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- leadership
- spiritual practice
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
duty
Questions to Reflect On
- Do your desires reflect your values?
- How can you balance will and duty?
A Different Perspective
May ignore consequences of selfish choices.
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