Good Quote by Robertson Davies
““If you cling frantically to the good, how are you to find out what the good really is?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Fifth Business, Robertson Davies, 1970
Clinging to a fixed idea of “good” prevents true understanding of its nature.
In simple terms: Holding tightly to good blocks real insight.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions about what is good.
Themes
philosophy
ethics
perception
self‑questioning
growth
Mood
thoughtful
introspective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- ethical decision‑making
- spiritual inquiry
Key Concepts
subjectivity
truth
goodness
clarity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “good” mean to you?
- How can you test your assumptions about goodness?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on doubt can lead to paralysis.
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