Character Quote by William James
““The moral flabbiness born of the exclusive worship of the bitch-goddess SUCCESS. That - with the squalid cash interpretation put on the word 'success' - is our national disease. ””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Will to Believe, 1896
Worship of success as a cultural idol leads to moral weakness and a national disease.
In simple terms: Obsessing over success erodes moral values.
Key Takeaway
Beware of idolizing success at the expense of ethics.
Themes
ethics
culture
success
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
philosophical
commentary
When to use this quote
- business ethics
- political discourse
- education policy
- media analysis
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How does society define success?
- What values should accompany achievement?
A Different Perspective
Success can also inspire positive change if redefined.
