Single moment Quote by Oscar Wilde
““Do you really think ... that it is weakness that yields to temptation? I tell you that there are terrible temptations that it requires strength, strength and courage, to yield to. To stake all one's life on a single moment, to risk everything on one throw, whether the stake be power or pleasure, I care not -- there is no weakness in that.””
About This Quote
Source Play: An Ideal Husband, 1895
Yielding to temptation requires courage; it is not weakness but a deliberate, risky choice.
In simple terms: Temptation demands bravery, not weakness.
Key Takeaway
Recognize courage in difficult choices.
Themes
ethics
courage
temptation
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- personal relationships
- moral dilemmas
Key Concepts
philosophy
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are you willing to take?
- How do you differentiate bravery from folly?
A Different Perspective
Temptation can lead to harmful outcomes despite courage.
