Quote by William Penn

A good End cannot sanctifie evil Means; nor must we ever do Evil, that Good may come of it.


A good End cannot sanctifie evil Means; nor must we ever do

Summary

This quote emphasizes the ethical principle that a desirable outcome cannot justify immoral or unethical actions taken to achieve it. It firmly reminds us that we should never engage in evil or unjust actions in the hope that a positive outcome will result from it. The message conveyed is that the ends do not justify the means, and we are obliged to uphold principles of goodness and righteousness in all our actions, regardless of the desired outcome.

By William Penn
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