Compromise Quote by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
““Radicalism hates time. Compromise hates eternity. Radicalism hates patience. Compromise hates decision. Radicalism hates wisdom. Compromise hates simplicity. Radicalism hates measure. Compromise hates the immeasurable.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Cost of Discipleship, 1937
Radicalism and compromise each reject essential values, showing the tension between idealism and practicality.
In simple terms: Both extremes reject key virtues.
Key Takeaway
Balance conviction with practical wisdom.
Themes
radicalism
compromise
values
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political activism
- personal relationships
- organizational leadership
Key Concepts
ethics
philosophy
decision making
Questions to Reflect On
- When is compromise necessary for greater good?
A Different Perspective
Is compromise always a loss of principle?
