Every day Quote by Thomas Pynchon
“What, I should only trust good people? Man, good people get bought and sold every day. Might as well trust somebody evil once in a while, it makes no more or less sense.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Gravity's Rainbow, 1973
Questioning trust in goodness; suggesting occasional evil may be equally logical.
In simple terms: Good and evil are both transactional.
Key Takeaway
Critically evaluate trustworthiness.
Themes
trust
morality
skepticism
human nature
Mood
cynical
analytical
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- business deals
- political alliances
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
ethical relativism
social contracts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is trust justified?
- How to discern genuine intent?
A Different Perspective
Risk of cynicism.
