Art Quote by Huston Smith
“Every society and religion has rules, for both have moral laws. And the essence of morality consists, as in art, of drawing the line somewhere.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The World's Religions by Huston Smith, 1999
Societies and religions both create moral frameworks, and morality is like art—defining boundaries.
In simple terms: Morality is about setting limits.
Recognize and respect boundaries.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legal systems
- educational curricula
- personal decision making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we decide where to draw moral lines?
- What happens when cultural norms clash?
Boundaries can be subjective and contested.