Decide Quote by Thomas Keneally
““Now, even if he and Dr B made their decision, D didn't know if he had the rigour to feed the cyanide to the ill, or to watch someone else do it and maintain a professional disposition. It was absurdley like the argument in one's youth, about whether you should approach a girl you were infatuated with. And when you'd decide, it still counted for nothing. The act still had to be faced.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith by Thomas Keneally, 1972
A character wrestles with moral dilemmas about causing harm versus observing it, highlighting the paralysis of indecision.
In simple terms: Struggling to choose between harmful actions and inaction.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and confront ethical choices directly.
Themes
morality
decisionmaking
professionalism
Mood
anxious
reflective
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- medical ethics
- legal judgments
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
ethical conflict
psychological tension
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you do if faced with a similar choice?
- How does fear of responsibility affect action?
A Different Perspective
Indecision can lead to moral injury.
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