Man's nature is not essentially evil. Brute nature has been known to yield to the influence of love. You must never despair of human nature.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Human nature is fundamentally good and can be transformed by love rather than despair.
- In plain terms
- Human nature is good and can change through love.
- What can you take from it?
- Have faith in people's capacity for change.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you believe people can truly change?
- How has love influenced your view of others?
Another view
It may ignore individuals who have caused harm without remorse.
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