Duty Quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr
“The rule of joy and the law of duty seem to me all one.”
About This Quote
Source Legal opinion or essay, unspecified source
Joy and duty are intertwined, suggesting moral actions can be fulfilling.
In simple terms: Joy and duty are one.
Key Takeaway
Align duty with personal joy.
Themes
ethics
joy
duty
law
Mood
balanced
inspirational
Type
maxim
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career choices
- public service
- personal fulfillment
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
integrated purpose
Questions to Reflect On
- When does duty conflict with happiness?
- How to find joy in obligations?
A Different Perspective
Conflicts can arise between joy and obligation.
