Being loved Quote by Emmanuel Levinas
![“I will say this quite plainly, what truly human is -and don't be afraid of this word- love. And I mean it even with everything that burdens love or, i could say it better, responsibility is actually love, as Pascal said: 'without concupiscence' [without lust]... love exists without worrying being…” quote by Emmanuel Levinas](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/83d/emmanuel-levinas-26126_being-loved_i-will-say-this-quite-plainly-what-truly_532817.jpg)
“I will say this quite plainly, what truly human is -and don't be afraid of this word- love. And I mean it even with everything that burdens love or, i could say it better, responsibility is actually love, as Pascal said: 'without concupiscence' [without lust]... love exists without worrying being loved.”
About This Quote
Levinas asserts that love is the essence of humanity, equating responsibility with love, and suggesting love exists without needing reciprocation.
In simple terms: Love is humanity’s core; responsibility is love.
Key Takeaway
Practice love as responsibility.
Themes
philosophy
ethics
humanity
love
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- community service
- ethical decision making
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
responsibility
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does responsibility become love?
- Can love exist without being loved?
A Different Perspective
Responsibility may be misinterpreted as duty without affection.
