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The world is the best of all possible worlds, and everything in it is a necessary evil
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"The world is the best of all possible worlds, and everything in it is a necessary evil"

- F. H. Bradley

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This quote by F. H. Bradley recommends that the world, with all its flaws and sufferings, is still the very best possible world that might have existed. While evils might exist in the world, they are necessary for the world to function and for individuals to discover and grow in their experiences. This viewpoint aligns with the philosophical idea of optimism, which preserves that deep space is inherently great which everything that happens is eventually for the best. Nevertheless, this quote likewise acknowledges the presence of evil and discomfort in the world, recommending a complex and nuanced view of existence.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by F. H. Bradley between January 30, 1846 and September 18, 1924. He/she was a famous Philosopher from United Kingdom. The author also have 18 other quotes.

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