Arise Quote by Jean de la Bruyere
“There is speaking well, speaking easily, speaking justly and speaking seasonably: It is offending against the last, to speak of entertainments before the indigent; of sound limbs and health before the infirm; of houses and lands before one who has not so much as a dwelling; in a word, to speak of your prosperity before the miserable; this conversation is cruel, and the comparison which naturally arises in them betwixt their condition and yours is excruciating.”
About This Quote
The passage condemns flaunting wealth or comfort before those in poverty, arguing such comparisons are cruel and cause deep discomfort.
In simple terms: Boasting to the poor is cruel
Key Takeaway
Empathy requires humility
Themes
social inequality
empathy
humility
ethics
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
moral essay
social commentary
When to use this quote
- charitable fundraising
- public speaking
- policy debates
Key Concepts
class disparity
social etiquette
Practical Applications
- social advocacy
- ethical leadership training
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we discuss prosperity responsibly?
- What language respects vulnerable audiences?
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