The Moral Arc
Imagine that all the things we do, all our actions and decisions, are like small steps we take in our daily lives. These steps can be good or bad, right or wrong, depending on the situation.
Now, imagine that all these steps are like a long line, a line that represents the progress of humanity over time. Some of these steps might lead us backwards, towards darkness and ignorance, while others might take us forward, towards progress and enlightenment.
This imaginary line is what we call the “moral arc”. This arc represents the moral progress of society as a whole, from the past to the present and the future. Think of it as a journey towards a better world, a world where people are treated equally, where justice is served, and where everyone can live a life of dignity and freedom.
This journey can be slow, with many obstacles along the way. It might take us many years, even centuries, to take enough good steps to move forward. But as long as we keep moving in the right direction, towards a better future, we will eventually get there.
So, the moral arc is a symbol of our collective journey towards a better society, one step at a time. It reminds us that we all have a responsibility to do our part, to take good steps and help others do the same, so that we can keep moving forward towards a brighter future for everyone.
Now, imagine that all these steps are like a long line, a line that represents the progress of humanity over time. Some of these steps might lead us backwards, towards darkness and ignorance, while others might take us forward, towards progress and enlightenment.
This imaginary line is what we call the “moral arc”. This arc represents the moral progress of society as a whole, from the past to the present and the future. Think of it as a journey towards a better world, a world where people are treated equally, where justice is served, and where everyone can live a life of dignity and freedom.
This journey can be slow, with many obstacles along the way. It might take us many years, even centuries, to take enough good steps to move forward. But as long as we keep moving in the right direction, towards a better future, we will eventually get there.
So, the moral arc is a symbol of our collective journey towards a better society, one step at a time. It reminds us that we all have a responsibility to do our part, to take good steps and help others do the same, so that we can keep moving forward towards a brighter future for everyone.