Single Idea 3926

[catalogued under 22. Metaethics / B. Value / 2. Values / f. Altruism]

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?