The most important human endeavor is the striving for morality in our actions. Our inner balance and even our very existence depend on it. Only morality in our actions can give beauty and dignity to life.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Einstein states that morality is essential for human dignity and existence.
- In plain terms
- Doing good gives life meaning and dignity.
- What can you take from it?
- Morality gives life dignity and meaning.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What gives your life dignity?
- How do you define a moral action?
Another view
Some argue survival or happiness is more fundamental than morality.
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