Angel Quote by Nicolas Malebranche
“I love good and pleasure, I hate evil and pain, I want to be happy and I am not mistaken in believing, that people, angels and even demons have those same inclinations.”
About This Quote
Human beings share similar desires for pleasure and aversion to pain, regardless of moral status.
In simple terms: All beings seek happiness and avoid suffering.
Key Takeaway
Recognize common drives across beings.
Themes
human nature
pleasure
pain
morality
Mood
thought‑provoking
analytical
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
- interpersonal empathy
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you see shared motivations in others?
- How does this view affect judgments of good and evil?
A Different Perspective
Might oversimplify moral distinctions.
