Character Quote by Peter Kreeft
“Ethics without virtue is an illusion. What is the highest purpose of ethics? It is to make a person good, that is virtuous.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sources of Ethics by Peter Kreeft, 2005
Ethics must be rooted in virtue; its purpose is to cultivate goodness.
In simple terms: Ethics without virtue is empty; aim for virtuous goodness.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate personal virtue to give ethics meaning.
Themes
ethics
virtue
purpose
Mood
philosophical
instructive
Type
ethical
personal
When to use this quote
- personal development
- leadership
- education
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
character development
human flourishing
Questions to Reflect On
- What practices develop virtue daily?
- How does society define virtuous behavior?
A Different Perspective
Virtue alone may not guarantee ethical outcomes.
