All time Quote by S.M. Stirling
“Because those events are so real that they cast their shadow forward and backwards through all time, whenever men think of these matters at all. Even if they are mired in ignorace, they will see...fragments of the Truth, as men imprisoned in a cave see shadows cast by the sun. Likewise, all men derive their moral intuitions from God; how not? There is no other source, just as there is no other way to make a wheel than to make it round.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The General, S.M. Stirling, 2006
Our perceptions of events shape moral intuition, like shadows hint at deeper truths.
In simple terms: Events shape morals like shadows reveal truth.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on how experiences shape your morals.
Themes
philosophy
perception
morality
Mood
thoughtful
introspective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- historical analysis
- ethical debates
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
epistemology
metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you think morality is innate or learned?
- How do you discern truth from shadows?
A Different Perspective
Moral intuition may be influenced by bias, not just divine source.
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