Full Idea
While the human heart is compounded of the same elements as at present, it will never be wholly indifferent to public good.
Gist of Idea
The human heart has a natural concern for public good
Source
David Hume (Enquiry concerning Principles of Morals [1751], IX.I.222)
Book Reference
Hume,David: 'Enquiries Conc. Human Understanding, Morals', ed/tr. Selby-Bigge/Nidditch [OUP 1975], p.272
A Reaction
Even criminals can be patriotic. Why do people dump rubbish in beauty spots?