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Animal Quote by Albert Schweitzer

“For animals that are overworked, underfed, and cruelly treated; for all wistful creatures in captivity that beat their wings against bars; for any that are hunted or lost or deserted or frightened or hungry; for all that must be put to death...and for those who deal with them we ask a heart of…” quote by Albert Schweitzer
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“For animals that are overworked, underfed, and cruelly treated; for all wistful creatures in captivity that beat their wings against bars; for any that are hunted or lost or deserted or frightened or hungry; for all that must be put to death...and for those who deal with them we ask a heart of compassion and gentle hands and kindly words.”

Albert Schweitzer

About This Quote

Source Speech: Compassion for animals, Albert Schweitzer, 1930

Calls for humane treatment and compassion toward all suffering creatures.

In simple terms: Treat all creatures with kindness and compassion.

Key Takeaway

Practice empathy toward animals.

Themes

compassion animal welfare ethics

Mood

concerned hopeful

Type

ethical activist

When to use this quote

  • pet care
  • wildlife conservation
  • factory farming
  • zoo management

Key Concepts

philosophy environmentalism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small act can you take today?
  • How can you influence others to be compassionate?
A Different Perspective

Societal change is slow and resistant.

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