Quote by Bertrand Russell

The infliction of cruelty with a good conscience is a delight to moralists. That is why they invented Hell.

The infliction of cruelty with a good conscience is a deligh

Summary

This quote by Bertrand Russell suggests that some individuals derive pleasure from inflicting cruelty or punishment onto others while convincing themselves that their actions are morally justified. It suggests that people who possess a self-righteous mindset often take pleasure in wielding power over others, which is why concepts like Hell or divine punishment were created to enforce and justify acts of cruelty. Russell's quote reveals the darker side of human nature, highlighting the unsettling tendency of some individuals to find enjoyment in the suffering of others under the guise of morality.

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