Appetite Quote by Cesar Chavez
“People who have lost their hunger for justice are not ultimately powerful. They are like sick people who have lost their appetite for what is truly nourishing. Such sick people should not frighten or discourage us. They should be prayed for along with the sick people who are in the hospital. "The love for justice that is in us is not only the best part of our being but it is also the most true to our nature."”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Justice, Cesar Chavez, 1975
Loss of moral drive weakens influence; justice requires active, nourishing commitment.
In simple terms: Without justice passion, power fades.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate and protect your sense of justice.
Themes
justice
power
morality
activism
Mood
determined
inspired
Type
motivational
ethical
When to use this quote
- political leadership
- community organizing
- human rights advocacy
Key Concepts
ethical responsibility
social cohesion
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you sustain justice passion in adversity?
- What actions keep justice alive?
A Different Perspective
Even with justice, systemic obstacles can suppress impact.
