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In every child who is born, no matter what circumstances…

“In every child who is born, no matter what circumstances, and of no matter what parents, the potentiality of the human race is born again: and in him, too, once more, and of each of us, our terrific responsibility toward human life; toward the utmost idea of goodness, of the horror of terror, and…” quote by James Agee
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“In every child who is born, no matter what circumstances, and of no matter what parents, the potentiality of the human race is born again: and in him, too, once more, and of each of us, our terrific responsibility toward human life; toward the utmost idea of goodness, of the horror of terror, and of God.”

James Agee

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Each child embodies humanity’s potential and our profound duty toward life, goodness, and confronting terror.

In simple terms: Children represent humanity’s hope and responsibility.

Key Takeaway

Honor the responsibility to protect and nurture.

Themes

humanity responsibility potential goodness terror spirituality

Mood

inspirational hopeful serious

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • parenting
  • education
  • policy making
  • community service

Key Concepts

ethical duty existential meaning collective hope

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you act on this responsibility?
  • What does “goodness” mean in your life?
A Different Perspective

Responsibility can feel overwhelming and conflict with personal limits.

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