I tend to think that good and evil exist and that the quantity in each of us is unchangeable. The moral character of people is set, fixed until death.
“أميل إلى الاعتقاد بأن الخير والشر موجودان، وأن كميتهما في كل منا لا تتغير. فالطابع الأخلاقي للناس محدد وثابت حتى الممات.”
This reflection by Michel Houellebecq centers on the nature of Good and its role in human self-mastery and conscious living. Rather than presenting abstract doctrine, the statement calls the reader to examine daily priorities, separate enduring principles from momentary impulses, and cultivate emotional resilience. The enduring value of this insight lies in reconciling internal conviction with deliberate action, providing a practical anchor for maintaining clarity, intentionality, and inner balance amidst life's uncertainties.
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