Contending Quote by Edmund Burke
“The poorest being that crawls on earth, contending to save itself from injustice and oppression, is an object respectable in the eyes of God and man.”
About This Quote
Source Book: A Philosophical Enquiry into the Origin of Our Ideas of the Sublime and Beautiful, 1757
The most vulnerable person who struggles against injustice deserves respect from both divine and human perspectives.
In simple terms: The oppressed deserve respect.
Key Takeaway
Respect the oppressed.
Themes
justice
compassion
human dignity
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- advocacy
- human rights work
- community support
- legal reform
Key Concepts
ethics
social hierarchy
divine morality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we turn respect into concrete support?
- What responsibilities do we have toward the oppressed?
A Different Perspective
Respect may not translate into tangible aid without action.
