“In the same way, if a man asks what is the point of behaving decently, it is no good replying, "in order to benefit society," for trying to benefit society, in other words being unselfish (for "society" after all only means "other people"), is one of the things decent behaviour consists in; all you are really saying is that decent behaviour is decent behaviour. You would have said just as much if you had stopped at the statement, "Men ought to be unselfish.”
Quote by C.S. Lewis
Book:Mere Christianity
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Mere Christianity
C.S. Lewis's Mere Christianity is a collection of radio broadcasts that delve into the fundamentals of Christian faith, addressing questions of morality, belief, and the nature of God. The book is known for its accessibility and its ability to engage both believers and non-believers in a thoughtful discussion of Christian principles. more
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