Quote by Allan Bloom

love of virtue is only an imagination, a kind of perversion of desire effected by society's (i.e., others') demands on us.


love of virtue is only an imagination, a kind of perversion

Summary

This quote suggests that the concept of valuing virtue is merely a product of societal expectations rather than a genuine inclination. It implies that our desire to be virtuous is distorted and influenced by the pressures or demands placed on us by others. In this perspective, love for virtue is seen as a construct of our imagination, shaped by societal conditioning, rather than a truly intrinsic and authentic aspiration.

By Allan Bloom
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