Fair weather Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson
““For thirty years," he said, "I've sailed the seas and seen good and bad, better and worse, fair weather and foul, provisions running out, knives going, and what not. Well, now I tell you, I never seen good come o' goodness yet. Him as strikes first is my fancy; dead men don't bite; them's my views—amen, so be it.””
About This Quote
After decades at sea, the narrator has witnessed extremes but feels that true goodness remains elusive; he trusts his own fierce intuition over conventional expectations.
In simple terms: Goodness is rare; trust your own instincts.
Key Takeaway
Experience reveals scarcity of true virtue.
Themes
adventure
philosophy
human nature
Mood
cynical
reflective
Type
narrative
philosophical
When to use this quote
- exploration
- war zones
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
existential realism
skepticism
Practical Applications
- cultivate critical judgment
- remain skeptical of surface appearances
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines 'goodness' in harsh environments?
- Can cynicism become a self‑fulfilling prophecy?
A Different Perspective
The claim may overlook subtle acts of goodness that are harder to notice.
