Quote by Samuel Butler

The function of vice is to keep virtue within reasonable bounds.

The function of vice is to keep virtue within reasonable bou

Summary

This quote suggests that vice, or undesirable behavior, serves a purpose of restraining and maintaining the boundaries of virtue, or morally correct behavior. It implies that without the existence of vice, there would be limitless possibilities for virtue, potentially leading to extreme behavior or imbalances. In this view, vice acts as a counterbalance, providing a limit to virtue and allowing for a more balanced and sustained ethical perspective. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and appreciating the interplay between these contrasting aspects in maintaining a stable and moderate moral framework.

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By Samuel Butler

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