I am of the opinion that my life belongs to the whole community and as long as I live it is my privilege to do for it whatever I can.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Shaw views his life as belonging to the community, dedicating his time to serving it.
- In plain terms
- My life is for the community and I should do what I can for it.
- What can you take from it?
- Individual life is a privilege to serve the collective good.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Should your life belong to the community?
- What can you do for others?
Another view
This neglects personal well-being and private obligations.
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