Age Quote by Wilkie Collins
“I am a citizen of the world, and I have met, in my time, with so many different sorts of virtue, that I am puzzled, in my old age, to say which is the right sort and which is the wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Woman in White,” 1859
The narrator, puzzled by varied virtues, questions how to judge what is right or wrong in old age.
In simple terms: Old age brings doubt about moral choices.
Key Takeaway
Seek clarity through reflection.
Themes
morality
age
confusion
Mood
contemplative
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- retirement planning
- ethical debates
- life reviews
Key Concepts
ethical relativism
wisdom
self‑inquiry
Questions to Reflect On
- Which virtues have guided you?
- How do you resolve moral ambiguity?
A Different Perspective
Past experiences may bias judgment.
