Action Quote by Lion Feuchtwanger
“An action doesn't have to be wrong just because it is not logical. It doesn't have to be right just because it has its logic.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Oppermanns, 1933
Logic alone doesn’t determine moral value; actions can be right or wrong beyond rationality.
In simple terms: Logic isn’t the only moral guide.
Key Takeaway
Balance reason with intuition.
Themes
ethics
logic
intuition
Mood
critical
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- ethical decision making
- policy drafting
- personal dilemmas
Key Concepts
Moral philosophy
critical thinking
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- When should logic dominate decisions?
- How to trust intuition responsibly?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on intuition may ignore evidence.
