Being faithful Quote by Peter Kreeft
“No one justifies lying, cheating, betraying, promise breaking, devastating and harming strangers. But we expect and we tolerate doing this to the one person in the world we promised most seriously to be faithful to forever: we justify divorce.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Living, Peter Kreeft, 2005
We condemn betrayal in strangers yet excuse divorce, revealing a double standard in moral judgments.
In simple terms: We judge others harshly but excuse personal betrayal.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address personal double standards.
Themes
morality
relationships
hypocrisy
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- personal reflection
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
ethical relativism
cognitive dissonance
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you hold yourself to the same standards you hold others?
- How does societal norm influence your judgments?
A Different Perspective
Divorce may also cause deep harm, not just personal betrayal.
