Ask yourself Quote by Anonymous
“Whenever you are in doubt, or when the self becomes too much with you, apply the following test. Recall the face of the poorest and the weakest man whom you may have seen, and ask yourself if the step you contemplate is going to be of any use to him. Will he gain anything by it? Will it restore him to a control over his own life and destiny? In other words, will it lead to swaraj for the hungry and spiritually starving millions?”
About This Quote
The passage advises using empathy for the poorest as a moral test before acting, ensuring decisions benefit those most in need.
In simple terms: Ask if your actions help the vulnerable.
Key Takeaway
Let empathy guide decisions.
Themes
ethics
empathy
social justice
Mood
compassionate
inspiring
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- charitable work
- personal choices
- community service
Key Concepts
moral testing
altruism
responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you assess the real effect of your actions?
- What does “swaraj” mean to you in modern contexts?
A Different Perspective
It may be difficult to measure impact on distant individuals.
