Certain Quote by Robert Southey
“Never let a man imagine that he can pursue a good end by evil means, without sinning against his own soul. The evil effect on himself is certain.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Poetical Works of Robert Southey, 1805
Believing one can achieve good goals through immoral actions inevitably harms one's own conscience.
In simple terms: Evil means corrupt the soul.
Key Takeaway
Avoid unethical shortcuts.
Themes
ethics
conscience
integrity
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
moral
philosophical
When to use this quote
- business decisions
- personal relationships
- political actions
- creative projects
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
self‑deception
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you think of a time you justified a bad means?
- How does this principle affect modern leadership?
A Different Perspective
Even if outcomes seem beneficial, the inner damage persists.
