Beliefs Quote by Louis A. Markos
““No longer do our beliefs point back to a divine law code or an essential, in-built sense of good and evil; they exist only and solely in the eye of the beholder.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Ethics in the Modern Age, 2019
Moral judgments are subjective, shaped by personal perspectives rather than universal laws.
In simple terms: Morality is personal, not universal.
Recognize diverse moral viewpoints.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- debates
- cultural studies
- personal decision making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you think any moral truths are universal?
- How do you navigate conflicting values?
Subjectivity can lead to moral uncertainty.