Cases Quote by Benjamin Whichcote
“If a man will be righteous and equal, let him see, with his neighbour's eyes, in his own case; and with his own eyes, in his neighbour's case.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: The Doctrine of Equality, 1585
Treat others as you would want to be treated, both in your own and others' situations.
In simple terms: Empathy requires seeing both sides.
Key Takeaway
Practice reciprocal empathy.
Themes
empathy
justice
fairness
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- legal judgments
- family disputes
- team decisions
Key Concepts
ethical reciprocity
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you apply this in a conflict?
- What limits exist for equal treatment?
A Different Perspective
Reciprocal empathy can be difficult when interests clash.
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