Achievement Quote by Stefan Zweig
“But, in history, practical usefulness never determines the moral value of an achievement. Only the person who increases the knowledge humanity has about itself and enhances its creative consciousness permanently enriches humanity.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The World of Yesterday, Stefan Zweig, 1942
True value of an achievement lies in expanding humanity’s self‑knowledge and creative awareness, not in its practical utility.
In simple terms: Moral worth comes from deepening human insight.
Key Takeaway
Focus on contributions that broaden understanding.
Themes
knowledge
creativity
humanity
ethics
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- education reform
- scientific research
- artistic creation
- public policy
- personal growth
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
cultural evolution
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we measure the moral impact of ideas?
- What role does utility play in ethical judgments?
A Different Perspective
Practical impact can still be vital for societal adoption.
