Accepted Quote by John Haynes Holmes
“Evil is a fact, not to be explained away, but to be accepted; and accepted, not to be endured, but to be conquered.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, early 20th century, United States
Evil exists objectively; we must acknowledge it, not merely tolerate it, and actively overcome it.
In simple terms: Evil is real; we must confront it.
Confront and overcome evil.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- political activism
- social justice movements
- personal moral decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate between acknowledging evil and becoming desensitized?
- What actions effectively transform acceptance into conquest?
Evil may be ambiguous in perception, making acceptance and conquest complex.