Character Quote by John Milton
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“Wherefore did he [God] create passions within us, pleasures round about us, but that these rightly tempered are the very ingredients of virtue?”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "Paradise Lost", Book 1, 1667
Passions and pleasures, when properly moderated, become essential components of virtue.
In simple terms: Balanced passions foster virtue.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate moderated desires for moral growth.
Themes
virtue
passion
moderation
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal development
- spiritual practice
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
ethics
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance desire and restraint?
- What passions drive your virtue?
A Different Perspective
Excessive restraint can suppress healthy expression.
