To conclude this discussion, assessment of justice demands…
“To conclude this discussion, assessment of justice demands engagement with the 'eyes of mankind',first, because we may variously identify with the others elsewhere and not just with our local community;second, because our choices and actions may affect the lives of others far as well as near;and third,because what they see from their respective perspective of history and geography may help us to overcome our own parochialism.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Idea of Justice, 2009
Justice requires seeing the world from others' perspectives, overcoming narrow localism.
In simple terms: Justice needs empathy beyond self.
Key Takeaway
Practice global empathy.
Themes
ethics
justice
empathy
globalism
parochialism
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
hopeful
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- policy analysis
- humanitarian work
- education
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
pluralism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we broaden our moral horizon?
- What obstacles hinder seeing others' viewpoints?
A Different Perspective
Empathy can be challenged by deep-rooted biases.