Buddhism Quote by Robert Bork
“Modernity, the child of the Enlightenment, failed when it became apparent that the good society cannot be achieved by unaided reason.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Constitution of Liberty, 1995
Reason alone cannot build a good society; moral and social factors are essential.
In simple terms: Reason isn’t enough for a good society; values matter.
Key Takeaway
Integrate ethics with reason in policy.
Themes
ethics
reason
society
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- lawmaking
- education reform
- community building
Key Concepts
philosophy
political theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What ethical principles should guide societal decisions?
- How can reason and emotion be balanced in governance?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on reason may ignore emotional realities.
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