Book Quote by Virginia Woolf
“I do think all good and evil comes from words. I have to tune myself into a good temper with something musical, and I run to a book as a child to its mother.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Mrs Dalloway by Virginia Woolf, 1925
Good and evil stem from language; music and books nurture a virtuous temperament.
In simple terms: Words shape morality; art nurtures.
Key Takeaway
Seek artistic influences for moral growth.
Themes
literature
ethics
music
Mood
contemplative
introspective
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- reading for empathy
- listening to music
- mindful reflection
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
aesthetic influence
Questions to Reflect On
- How does music affect your moral choices?
- Which books have reshaped your values?
A Different Perspective
Art may not change deep-seated beliefs.
