Ethic Quote by St. Jerome
“An ethic is not an ethic, and a value not a value without somesacrifice for it. Something given up, something not gained.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Epistle to a Friend, St. Jerome, 390 AD
Values require sacrifice; without giving up something, a value lacks true meaning.
In simple terms: Values need sacrifice to be genuine.
Key Takeaway
Accept sacrifice for what you cherish.
Themes
ethics
values
self‑discipline
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal goal setting
- charitable work
- career decisions
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
cost of virtue
Questions to Reflect On
- What are you willing to sacrifice for your core values?
- How does sacrifice deepen commitment?
A Different Perspective
Sacrifice may be misinterpreted as loss.
