Compassion Quote by Aeschylus
““I beg you, alight and join your sorrow with mine: misfortune wanders everywhere, and settles now upon one and now upon another.””
About This Quote
Source Play: Prometheus Bound, 5th century BC
Sorrow is shared, and misfortune spreads indiscriminately, affecting everyone at different times.
In simple terms: Suffering is universal and shared.
Key Takeaway
Recognize common human hardship.
Themes
suffering
shared fate
empathy
Mood
somber
thoughtful
Type
tragic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- counseling
- support groups
- public awareness campaigns
Key Concepts
human condition
collective experience
Questions to Reflect On
- How can shared sorrow foster solidarity?
- What limits empathy in diverse societies?
A Different Perspective
Individual coping varies, limiting collective solutions.
