Dare Quote by John le Carre
“The things that are done in the name of the shareholder are, to me, as terrifying as the things that are done - dare I say it - in the name of God,”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Spy Who Came in from the Cold, 1963
Actions taken for profit or faith can be equally terrifying and morally ambiguous.
In simple terms: Profit and faith can be similarly frightening.
Key Takeaway
Question motives behind actions.
Themes
ethics
power
fear
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- corporate decisions
- religious movements
- policy making
- personal choices
Key Concepts
moral relativism
political critique
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives people to justify harmful deeds?
- How do we assess moral responsibility?
A Different Perspective
Not all actions are justified by their stated purpose.
