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Affection Quote by Henry Scougal

“The worth and excellency of a soul is to be measured by the object of its love: he who loveth mean and sordid things doth thereby become base and vile; but a noble and well placed affection doth advance and improve the spirit into a conformity with the perfections which it loves.” quote by Henry Scougal
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“The worth and excellency of a soul is to be measured by the object of its love: he who loveth mean and sordid things doth thereby become base and vile; but a noble and well placed affection doth advance and improve the spirit into a conformity with the perfections which it loves.”

Henry Scougal

About This Quote

A soul's value is judged by what it loves; lowly loves make it base, noble loves uplift it toward perfection.

In simple terms: Love determines character; good love lifts, bad love degrades.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate noble loves to improve your spirit.

Themes

character morality spiritual growth

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • relationships
  • leadership

Key Concepts

values affection virtue

Questions to Reflect On

  • What do you love most?
  • How does that love shape your actions?
A Different Perspective

Love alone cannot change external circumstances.

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