Full Idea
The good life is one inspired by love and guided by knowledge.
Gist of Idea
Goodness is a combination of love and knowledge
Source
Bertrand Russell (An Outline of Philosophy [1927], Ch 22)
Book Reference
Russell,Bertrand: 'An Outline of Philosophy' [Routledge 1979], p.188
A Reaction
Forty years later, Russell's famous filmed message to posteriority said exactly this. In decision making, get the facts; in relationships, show love and tolerance. I find both parts inspiring.