Doing Quote by St. Jerome
“It is not enough for us to restrain from doing evil, unless we shall also do good.”
About This Quote
Restraint from wrongdoing is insufficient without proactive goodness.
In simple terms: Avoiding evil isn’t enough; you must also do good.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate positive actions alongside moral restraint.
Themes
ethics
virtue
action
Mood
thoughtful
encouraging
Type
ethical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal development
- community service
- leadership
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
dualism
Questions to Reflect On
- What good deeds can you commit today?
- How do you balance restraint and initiative?
A Different Perspective
Goodness may be harder to sustain than simply avoiding harm.
