Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson

There is an idea abroad among moral people that they should make their neighbors good. One person I have to make good: Myself. But my duty to my neighbor is much more nearly expressed by saying that I have to make him happy if I may.

There is an idea abroad among moral people that they should

Summary

This quote by Robert Louis Stevenson conveys the idea that it is not our responsibility to change or impose our morals on others. Instead, our main duty lies in working on our own self-improvement. However, our obligation towards our neighbors is better fulfilled by striving to bring them happiness, instead of focusing solely on their moral development. This perspective highlights the importance of compassion and empathy in our interactions with others, reinforcing the notion that nurturing the happiness of others is a more meaningful way to fulfill our duty to them.

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