The depth and strength of a human character are defined by its moral reserves. People reveal themselves completely only when they are thrown out of the customary conditions of their life, for only then do they have to fall back on their reserves.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Human character is revealed through moral reserves tested by extraordinary circumstances outside daily life.
- In plain terms
- True character shows up only when people face unexpected crises.
- What can you take from it?
- Crisis situations test and reveal true moral strength.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What defines true character?
- How do crises reveal hidden strengths?
Another view
It assumes all people have equal access to moral reserves.
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