Accepting Quote by David Loy
“I remember a Buddhist teachers reflections on the Holocaust...What terrible karma those Jews mustve had... This kind of fundamentalism, which blames the victims and rationalizes their horrific fate, is something no longer to be tolerated quietly. It is time for... modern Buddhism to outgrow it by accepting social responsibility and finding ways to address such injustices.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Modern Buddhism and Social Responsibility, 2015
The quote condemns victim‑blaming religious fundamentalism and urges Buddhism to embrace social activism against injustice.
In simple terms: Condemns blaming victims; calls for Buddhist activism.
Key Takeaway
Buddhism should act against oppression.
Themes
justice
responsibility
religion
victimhood
Mood
concerned
determined
Type
ethical
political
When to use this quote
- human rights advocacy
- interfaith dialogue
- community organizing
Key Concepts
karma
fundamentalism
social ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can Buddhist practice address systemic injustice?
- What responsibilities do spiritual leaders have?
A Different Perspective
May overlook individual agency in complex historical events.
