Commandment Quote by Dorothy Day
“We're under obligation to love - that's the commandment.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Commandment of Love,” 1938
Advocates love as a moral duty, framing it as an imperative rather than optional.
In simple terms: Love is a duty we must fulfill.
Key Takeaway
Act lovingly as a moral obligation.
Themes
ethics
love
duty
Mood
thoughtful
ethical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- community service
- family care
- social activism
Key Concepts
moral imperative
compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- How does love as a command affect you?
- When does love become self‑sacrificial?
A Different Perspective
May ignore personal boundaries.
