Compassion Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“Though justice be Thy plea, consider this: That in the course of justice none of us should see salvation. We do pray for mercy, And that same prayer doth teach us all to render The deeds of mercy.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Man and Superman, 1903
Justice alone cannot guarantee salvation; mercy must accompany it to fulfill moral duty.
In simple terms: Justice needs mercy to be complete.
Key Takeaway
Balance justice with compassion.
Themes
justice
mercy
morality
Mood
thoughtful
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- legal systems
- social work
- personal decisions
- community service
Key Concepts
ethics
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies integrate mercy into law?
- What personal actions embody merciful justice?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on justice can ignore human suffering.
