Pity Quote by Hilda Doolittle
“We have given until we have no more to give; alas, it was pity, rather than love, we gave; now having given all, let us leave all; above all, let us leave pity and mount higher to love resurrection.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Resurrection", 1918
After giving everything, we should abandon pity and aim for higher love.
In simple terms: Leave pity, seek higher love.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize love over pity.
Themes
spirituality
love
self-sacrifice
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- charitable work
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “higher love” mean to you?
- How can you move beyond pity?
A Different Perspective
Pity can be a comfort that hinders growth.
