Quote by Thomas Carlyle

Enjoying things which are pleasant; that is not the evil: it is the reducing of our moral self to slavery by them that is.

Enjoying things which are pleasant; that is not the evil: it

Summary

This quote suggests that indulging in enjoyable things is not inherently wrong or "evil." However, it warns against becoming enslaved or utterly dependent on these pleasures, which can have a detrimental effect on our moral character. In other words, it is not the pleasure itself that is problematic, but rather the extent to which we allow it to control us and compromise our values. The quote emphasizes the importance of maintaining balance and not allowing external pleasures to overpower our inner moral compass.

By Thomas Carlyle

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