Compromise Quote by Wyndham Lewis
“Almost anything that can be praised or advocated has been put to some disgusting use. There is no principle, however immaculate, that has not had its compromising manipulator.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Art of Being, 1925
Even noble ideas can be twisted for vile purposes; no principle is immune to exploitation.
In simple terms: Good ideas can be corrupted.
Key Takeaway
Guard principles against misuse.
Themes
ethics
power
corruption
human nature
manipulation
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
philosophical
warning
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- corporate policy
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
political theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you protect your values from exploitation?
- Can any principle remain untouched?
A Different Perspective
Even the purest ideals can be twisted by self‑interest.
