Jesus never instructed men to do what was right because it was right; yet this is the true reason why they should do it.

Jesus never instructed men to do what was right because it was right; yet this is the true reason why they should do it.

📖 Lysander Spooner

🌍 American  |  👨‍💼 Philosopher

🎂 January 19, 1808  –  ⚰️ May 14, 1887
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This quote prompts us to consider the deeper motivations behind moral actions and ethical conduct. At first glance, it might seem to suggest a distinction between doing what is right out of obligation and understanding a more profound reason to act ethically. It challenges the reader to examine whether moral behavior should be driven by external commandments or intrinsic understanding of righteousness. The emphasis on what Jesus

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