Animal Quote by Matthew Scully
““Reforms will come as all great reforms have always come in ridding us of evils against both man and animal--not as we change our moral principles but as we discern and accept the implications of principles already held.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown, 20th century public commentary
Reforms arise by recognizing and applying existing moral principles to eliminate harms, not by creating new ethics.
In simple terms: Reforms follow existing morals to remove evils.
Key Takeaway
Identify current principles and apply them to fix problems.
Themes
reform
ethics
humanity
Mood
thoughtful
determined
Type
analytical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy making
- animal welfare
- environmental law
- social justice
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
principle application
Questions to Reflect On
- What existing principles can address current evils?
- How can we overcome resistance to moral application?
A Different Perspective
Reforms may be hindered by entrenched interests and resistance to change.
