Casting Quote by John Selden
“Casting out devils is mere juggling; they never cast out any but what they first cast in.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: "An Introduction to the Study of the Law of Nations", 1634
He likens casting out devils to juggling, suggesting that attempts to eliminate evil often replace it with something else.
In simple terms: Removing evil may just replace it with a new problem.
Key Takeaway
Be cautious of solutions that create new issues.
Themes
evil
justice
human nature
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- legal reform
- personal moral decisions
- social activism
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
law
Questions to Reflect On
- What are examples where solving one problem created another?
- How can we address root causes rather than symptoms?
A Different Perspective
Solutions may not fully eradicate underlying problems.
