Quote by Ella Wheeler Wilcox

It is easy enough to be virtuous When nothing tempts you to stray; When without or within No voice of sin Is luring your soul away. But it is only a negative virtue until it is tried by fire. For the soul that is worth the treasures of the earth is the soul that resists desire.

It is easy enough to be virtuous When nothing tempts you to

Summary

This quote highlights the idea that true virtue is tested when faced with temptation. It suggests that it's not enough to be virtuous when there are no external or internal temptations influencing one's actions. True virtue lies in resisting these temptations and desires, even in the face of difficulty and allure. The quote implies that virtue only holds value and becomes meaningful when it withstands the challenges and trials that arise, demonstrating strength and integrity.

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