He who would do good to another must do it in Minute Particulars: general Good is the plea of the scoundrel, hypocrite, and flatterer, for Art and Science cannot exist but in minutely organized Particulars.

Summary

This quote by William Blake suggests that genuine acts of kindness and benevolence should be carried out in specific and detailed ways. It criticizes the idea of pursuing a vague notion of "general good" which can be used as a facade by nefarious individuals with ulterior motives. Blake argues that true goodness and progress can only be achieved through careful attention to the intricate intricacies and specifics of our actions and the world around us. In other words, meaningful change and advancements in the arts and sciences require a focus on the finely tuned details and intricately organized particulars.

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