Freedom Quote by J Budziszewski
““I mention this only because it seems to be a real obstacle for contemporary people. We don’t want the freedom of the creature but the freedom of the Creator—not freedom to be good but freedom to determine the good. Maybe this is not so new after all, for it was the first temptation: to be “like God, knowing good and evil”.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Freedom of the Will, J. Budziszewski, 2015
People often seek autonomy defined by external authority rather than personal moral agency, limiting true freedom.
In simple terms: Freedom defined by others limits real liberty.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate personal moral decision‑making.
Themes
freedom
morality
authority
Mood
thoughtful
challenging
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- religious practice
- personal ethics
- education
Key Concepts
ethical autonomy
theodicy
Questions to Reflect On
- What does freedom mean to you beyond external dictates?
- How can you practice moral independence?
A Different Perspective
May ignore the value of individual conscience.
