Angel Quote by Thomas Hobbes
“For it is not the shape, but their use, that makes them angels.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Treatise: Leviathan, 1651
Utility, not form, defines something’s true nature.
In simple terms: Use matters more than shape.
Key Takeaway
Evaluate things by their function.
Themes
functionality
utility
essence
pragmatism
ethics
Mood
analytical
neutral
Type
philosophical
academic
When to use this quote
- product design
- policy making
- technology assessment
Key Concepts
metaphysics
instrumentalism
Questions to Reflect On
- When does form outweigh function?
- How to balance aesthetics and utility?
A Different Perspective
Form can influence perception.
