Quote by C.S. Lewis

Good and evil both increase at compound interest.

Good and evil both increase at compound interest.

Summary

This quote suggests that both good and evil have a cumulative effect, similar to how interest compounds over time. It implies that small acts of good can lead to greater acts of goodness, while small acts of evil can escalate into more significant harm. Just as investments grow exponentially with compound interest, our actions and choices in ethics can also have a compounding impact on the world and the balance between good and evil. It serves as a reminder of the importance of making positive choices and being aware of the potential consequences of our actions.

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Ethics

By C.S. Lewis

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