All time Quote by George MacDonald
“Yet I know that good is coming to me—that good is always coming; though few have at all times the simplicity and the courage to believe it. What we call evil, is the only and best shape, which, for the person and his condition at the time, could be assumed by the best good. And so, FAREWELL.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Phantastes by George MacDonald, 1858
Goodness is ever‑approaching; belief in it requires simplicity and courage, while evil can appear as a necessary form of good depending on circumstance.
In simple terms: Good comes slowly; belief needs courage.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate simple faith in positive outcomes.
Themes
faith
courage
dualism
Mood
hopeful
thoughtful
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily setbacks
- ethical dilemmas
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
theology
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain hope during hardship?
- When can “evil” serve a greater good?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on optimism may ignore practical action.
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