Care Quote by Joseph Conrad
“You can't, in sound morals, condemn a man for taking care of his own integrity. It is his clear duty.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: "Lord Jim" by Joseph Conrad, 1900
Moral judgment should consider personal integrity and duty, not just external standards.
In simple terms: Judge actions by integrity, not just rules.
Key Takeaway
Respect personal duty and integrity.
Themes
ethics
integrity
duty
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- legal decisions
- personal dilemmas
- leadership choices
Key Concepts
philosophy
moral relativism
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you defended a choice based on integrity?
- What conflicts arise between duty and external expectations?
A Different Perspective
Rigid moral codes may ignore context and personal conscience.
