quotations about rationalization
The rationalization is a moral defense. And the rationalizer is a moralist. The rationalization, in the nature of the case, secures the believer in his illusion of moral integrity. The morality of the rationalization is perhaps is perhaps intensified by the fact that it represents an effort to make that which is frequently vicious, sordid, and inhumane rational, idealistic, and humane.
W. O. BROWN
"Rationalization of Race Prejudice", International Journal of Ethics, 1933
Rationalization is the homage paid by sin to guilty knowledge.
J. BUDZISZEWSKI
What We Can't Not Know
Rationalizing is a form of reflection ... each of us is a master.
PATRICIA K. MACCARTHY
The Crimson Boy