Affair Quote by Jonathan Edwards
“Such is man's nature, that he is very inactive and lazy unless he is influenced by some affection, either love or hatred, desire, hope, fear, or some other. These affections we see to be the springs that set men agoing, in all the affairs of life, and engage them in all their pursuits: these are the things that put men forward, and carry them along.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "The Nature of Man", 1743
Human inactivity is overcome by strong emotions—love, hatred, desire, hope, fear—that propel action.
In simple terms: Emotions drive people to act.
Key Takeaway
Identify and channel motivating emotions.
Themes
human nature
motivation
emotion
action
Mood
inspirational
thought‑provoking
Type
philosophical
religious
When to use this quote
- goal setting
- conflict resolution
- personal growth
Key Concepts
philosophy
theology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Which emotion most drives you?
- Can negative emotions be constructive?
A Different Perspective
Rational planning alone may not inspire movement.
![“But it is doubtless true, and evident from [the] Scriptures, that the essence of all true religion lies in holy love; and that in this divine affection, and an habitual disposition to it, and that light which is the foundation of it, and those things which are the fruits of it, consists the whole…” quote by Jonathan Edwards](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/2fd/jonathan-edwards-770_affection_but-it-is-doubtless-true-and-evident-fro_82879.jpg)
