Certain Quote by John Rawls
“The perspective of eternity is not a perspective from a certain place beyond the world, nor the point of view of a transcendent being; rather it is a certain form of thought and feeling that rational persons can adopt within the world ... Purity of heart, if one could attain it, would be to see clearly and to act with grace and self-command from this point of view.”
About This Quote
Source Book: A Theory of Justice, John Rawls, 1971
Seeing the world from a timeless, rational stance allows clear, graceful action and self‑control within everyday life.
In simple terms: Adopt a timeless, rational view to act gracefully.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate perspective and self‑command.
Themes
philosophy
ethics
human nature
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- leadership
- conflict resolution
- personal development
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
rationalism
perspective
grace
self‑control
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice timeless perspective in routine tasks?
- What does grace look like in decision‑making?
A Different Perspective
Such a view may be hard to maintain amid daily pressures.
