Fellow man Quote by Helmut Thielicke
““Tell me how much you know of the sufferings of your fellow man and I will tell you how much you have loved them.””
About This Quote
Source Book: “The Measure of Love” by Helmut Thielicke, 1965
Understanding others’ suffering reveals the depth of one’s love for them.
In simple terms: Knowing others’ pain shows how much you love them.
Listen to others’ struggles to gauge love.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- counseling
- volunteering
- community service
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does suffering deepen love?
- Can love exist without pain?
Love can be expressed without suffering.