Diabolical Quote by Swami Vivekananda
“Whenever power is used for evil, it becomes diabolical; it must be used for good only.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address at the Parliament of the World's Religions, 1893
Power misused becomes corrupt; true purpose is to serve goodness, not personal gain.
In simple terms: Power should be used for good, not evil.
Key Takeaway
Align authority with ethical intent.
Themes
ethics
leadership
responsibility
morality
spirituality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- political office
- corporate management
- community leadership
- activism
Key Concepts
philosophy
social justice
service
integrity
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure power serves the common good?
- What safeguards prevent misuse of authority?
A Different Perspective
Good intentions can be compromised by systemic pressures.
