Blessed Quote by Marguerite de Navarre
“Blessed ... is he who has it in his power to do evil, yet does it not.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Heptaméron, 1558
True moral strength lies in resisting the urge to commit evil, even when one has the power to do so.
In simple terms: Resisting evil shows true power.
Key Takeaway
Choose restraint over temptation.
Themes
morality
self‑control
power
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- leadership decisions
- personal dilemmas
- legal judgments
Key Concepts
ethics
virtue
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you resisted a harmful action?
- What supports moral restraint?
A Different Perspective
It may ignore systemic pressures that limit choice.
