Believe Quote by Jonathan Sacks
“We should challenge the relativism that tells us there is no right or wrong, when every instinct of our mind knows it is not so, and is a mere excuse to allow us to indulge in what we believe we can get away with. A world without values quickly becomes a world without value.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Lecture on Moral Philosophy, Jonathan Sacks, 2015
The quote argues that moral relativism is a falsehood; our innate sense knows right from wrong, and abandoning values erodes meaning.
In simple terms: Relativism denies objective right and wrong, but we instinctively know it.
Key Takeaway
Uphold objective values.
Themes
morality
relativism
values
ethics
meaning
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal decisionmaking
- public policy
- education
- community building
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
human nature
social cohesion
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern right from wrong when cultures clash?
- Can values exist without a universal standard?
A Different Perspective
Relativism can reflect cultural diversity and tolerance.
