Character Quote by Roger Scruton
“To teach virtue we must educate the emotions, and this means learning "what to feel" in the various circumstances that prompt them.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Politics of Virtue, 2001
Virtue education requires teaching emotional responses appropriate to varied situations, not just rational instruction.
In simple terms: Teaching virtue means guiding emotions for each circumstance.
Key Takeaway
Educate emotions alongside reason.
Themes
ethics
education
emotion
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
philosophical
Type
ethical
educational
When to use this quote
- school curricula
- parental guidance
- corporate training
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
virtue ethics
emotional intelligence
pedagogy
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions should be cultivated for virtue?
- How can we balance universal values with cultural differences?
A Different Perspective
Emotional guidance can be subjective and culturally biased.
