Poetry Quote by Peter Kreeft
““Socrates: “The corruption of the best things are the worst things.” Or, “The best, when corrupted, become the worst.” As one of your English poets has said, “Lilies that fester smell far worse than weeds.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Philosophy of Love by Peter Kreeft, 2005
Even the finest and most virtuous things can become harmful when they are tainted or misused.
In simple terms: Good things become bad when corrupted.
Key Takeaway
Guard integrity to prevent decay.
Themes
integrity
corruption
virtue
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- leadership
- education
- policy making
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
ethics
moral decay
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize early signs of corruption?
- What safeguards can protect virtue?
A Different Perspective
Corruption can be subtle and hard to detect.
