In a certain sense the Good is comfortless.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Pursuing moral good offers no comfort or ease.
- In plain terms
- Being good does not make life comfortable.
- What can you take from it?
- Doing right may feel hard and unrewarding.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does being good feel hard to you?
- Do you expect comfort from virtue?
Another view
Many find deep comfort in acting with integrity and goodness.
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