Amusement Quote by William Makepeace Thackeray
“All amusements to which virtuous women are not admitted, are, rely upon it, deleterious in their nature.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Vanity Fair, 1848
Activities that immoral women avoid are often harmful when they rely on them for enjoyment.
In simple terms: Bad habits are harmful.
Key Takeaway
Avoid harmful pleasures.
Themes
morality
selfcontrol
temptation
Mood
cautionary
reflective
Type
moral
advisory
When to use this quote
- social gatherings
- online entertainment
- substance use
Key Concepts
virtue
harmful indulgence
Questions to Reflect On
- What pleasures might be harmless for you?
- How do you assess risk in leisure?
A Different Perspective
Not all excluded activities are harmful; context matters.
