Applaud Quote by William Hazlitt
“We uniformly applaud what is right and condemn what is wrong, when it costs us nothing but the sentiment.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "On the Pleasure of the Imagination", 1821
People praise virtue only when it’s easy, ignoring the cost of true moral action.
In simple terms: We support right only when convenient.
Key Takeaway
Act on principles even when costly.
Themes
morality
conformity
integrity
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- political activism
- personal decision making
- community leadership
Key Concepts
ethical consistency
social pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you stood up for what was right despite personal cost?
- What pressures make you choose convenience over conviction?
A Different Perspective
Convenient applause can mask deeper complicity.
