Perhaps misguided moral passion is better than confused indifference.

Summary

This quote suggests that it is preferable to have strong moral beliefs, even if they are misdirected or misguided, rather than having a complete lack of moral conviction or being indifferent towards ethical matters. It implies that passionate individuals who may make mistakes in their pursuit of what they believe is right are more admirable than those who remain apathetic or uncertain in their approach to morality. It emphasizes the importance of having a sense of conviction and actively engaging with moral dilemmas, even if it means making occasional errors.

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