Until he extends the circle of his compassion to all living things, man will not himself find peace.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Peace requires extending compassion to all living beings, not just humans.
- In plain terms
- You cannot find peace until you care about all living things.
- What can you take from it?
- Care for all life to find inner peace.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who or what deserves your compassion?
- How does care for life affect your peace?
Another view
Some philosophies focus compassion on human welfare only.
More from Albert Schweitzer
Any religion or philosophy which is not based on a respect for life is not a true religion or philosophy.
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