Demon Quote by Steven Moffat
“Demons run when a good man goes to war.”
About This Quote
Source TV Show: Doctor Who episode “The Doctor’s Daughter”, 2008
When a virtuous person confronts evil, the evil retreats, highlighting moral strength over brute force.
In simple terms: Goodness drives evil away.
Key Takeaway
Stand firm in moral convictions to deter wrongdoing.
Themes
ethics
courage
good vs evil
conflict
leadership
Mood
inspirational
thought‑provoking
dramatic
Type
television
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- leadership challenges
- personal integrity
- community safety
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
psychological resilience
social influence
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “good man” mean in modern contexts?
- How can moral courage be cultivated?
A Different Perspective
Evil may persist despite moral stands if not backed by action.
![“The Doctor: This is bad, I don't like this. [kicks console and yells in pain] Never use force, you just embarrass yourself. Unless you're cross, in which case... always use force! Amy: Shall I run and get the manual? The Doctor: I threw it in a supernova. Amy: You threw the manual in a supernova?…” quote by Steven Moffat](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d08/steven-moffat-2328_amy_the-doctor-this-is-bad-i-don-t-like-this_111624.jpg)
![“Rose: Look at you, beaming away like you're Father Christmas! The Doctor: Who says I'm not, red-bicycle-when-you-were-twelve? Rose: [shocked] What? The Doctor: And everybody lives, Rose! Everybody lives! I need more days like this! Go on, ask me anything; I'm on fire!” quote by Steven Moffat](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/c7d/steven-moffat-2328_ask-me_rose-look-at-you-beaming-away-like-you-r_139153.jpg)
