Character Quote by Henry Fielding
“What's vice today may be virtue, tomorrow.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Tom Jones, 1749
Moral judgments shift over time; today's vices may become tomorrow's virtues.
In simple terms: Values change over time.
Key Takeaway
Question current judgments.
Themes
ethics
change
relativism
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
contemplative
When to use this quote
- legal reform
- cultural trends
- personal growth
Key Concepts
social norms
historical context
Questions to Reflect On
- What modern vice might become a virtue?
- How do societies decide moral shifts?
A Different Perspective
Not all vices become virtues; context matters.
