Be good Quote by Venerable Bede
“If history records good things about good people, the thoughtful hearer is encouraged to imitate what is good; or if it records the evil of wicked people, the godly listener or reader is encouraged to avoid all that is sinful and bad, and to do what he knows to be good and pleasing to God.”
About This Quote
Source Historical Text: "Ecclesiastical History of the English People", 731
Good deeds inspire imitation; evil deeds warn against sin, guiding moral choices.
In simple terms: Good actions inspire; bad actions warn.
Key Takeaway
Choose good examples.
Themes
morality
history
learning
Mood
didactic
reflective
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- religious study
- parenting
- leadership training
- public speaking
- writing
Key Concepts
Ethics
didacticism
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- Which role model influences you?
- How do you avoid negative examples?
A Different Perspective
Historical context may differ from modern norms.
