Charity Quote by Jane Addams
“Social advance depends quite as much upon an increase in moral sensibility as it does upon a sense of duty.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Twenty Years at Hull House, 1910
Argues moral progress requires both heightened sensitivity and a sense of duty.
In simple terms: Moral growth needs feeling and responsibility.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate empathy and duty.
Themes
ethics
social reform
responsibility
empathy
Mood
inspirational
thoughtful
Type
social
ethical
When to use this quote
- community service
- policy advocacy
- education programs
Key Concepts
Moral philosophy
social justice
civic engagement
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you increase moral sensibility in your community?
- What duties align with your values?
A Different Perspective
Balancing empathy with duty can be challenging.
