Art Quote by Philip Graham Ryken
““Goodness is both an ethical and an esthetic standard.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Theology of the Christian Life, Philip Graham Ryken, 2009
Moral and aesthetic judgments are linked; beauty reflects virtue and vice reflects flaw.
In simple terms: Ethics and beauty are connected.
Seek beauty in moral choices.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- art criticism
- personal conduct
- education
- design
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does beauty influence your sense of right?
- Can something be beautiful yet immoral?
Aesthetic standards can be subjective, weakening universal moral claims.