Life Quote by Bernhard Schlink
““There are matters one simply cannot get drawn into, that one must distance oneself from, if the price is not life and limb. هناك أمور لا يمكن للواحد ببساطة أن ينخرط فيها ، يجب على الواحد ان ينحي نفسه عنها ، حتى وإن كان الثمن موته أو بتره.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Reader, 1995 (German translation)
Some issues are so dangerous that one must avoid them entirely, even at great personal cost, to preserve life and integrity.
In simple terms: Avoid life‑threatening matters.
Key Takeaway
Know when to distance yourself.
Themes
ethics
risk
self‑preservation
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- conflict zones
- dangerous relationships
- high‑risk professions
- legal decisions
Key Concepts
moral dilemmas
personal sacrifice
Questions to Reflect On
- When is disengagement morally justified?
- What costs are acceptable to protect oneself?
A Different Perspective
May lead to over‑cautious avoidance of challenges.
