Quote by Oscar Wilde

There is no such thing as morality or immorality in thought. There is immoral emotion.

There is no such thing as morality or immorality in thought.

Summary

This quote suggests that morality and immorality cannot be attributed to thoughts themselves, but rather to the emotions accompanying those thoughts. It implies that thoughts alone do not possess a moral nature, as they can be subjective and influenced by various factors. Instead, it highlights the role of emotions in determining the moral value of an action, indicating that morality lies in the emotional context rather than the mere existence of a thought.

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