Buddhist Quote by Gautama Buddha
“All tremble at violence; all fear death. Putting oneself in the place of another, one should not kill nor cause another to kill.”
About This Quote
Violence and death cause universal fear; empathy demands non‑harm.
In simple terms: Avoid harming others because all share fear.
Key Takeaway
Practice compassion and non‑violence.
Themes
compassion
violence
mortality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- peacebuilding
- personal conduct
- social policy
Key Concepts
ethics
empathy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies cultivate empathy?
- What limits compassion in extreme situations?
A Different Perspective
Human nature may resist self‑restraint in survival contexts.
