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“The idea that when the health of one member suffers, the health of the whole body is lowered is a teaching of St Paul which is timeless.” quote by Dorothy Day
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“The idea that when the health of one member suffers, the health of the whole body is lowered is a teaching of St Paul which is timeless.”

Dorothy Day

About This Quote

Source Essay: The Catholic Worker, 1930s (attributed)

When one person suffers, the whole community feels the impact, urging collective responsibility for health and well‑being.

In simple terms: Individual health affects the whole community.

Key Takeaway

Promote communal care.

Themes

solidarity health community ethics

Mood

concerned determined

Type

ethical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • public health policy
  • family care
  • workplace wellness
  • environmental health

Key Concepts

social responsibility interdependence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we support those who are ill?
  • What policies foster communal well‑being?
A Different Perspective

Collective health requires resources not always available.

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