Apartment Quote by Jean Vanier
“We who are rich are often demanding and difficult. We shut ourselves up in our apartments and may even use a watchdog to defend our property. Poor people, of course, have nothing to defend and often share the little they have. When people have all the material things they need, they seem not to need each other. They are self-sufficient. There is no interdependence. There is no love.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Community and the Poor, Jean Vanier, 2005
Wealth breeds isolation, eroding interdependence and love.
In simple terms: Richness can lead to loneliness.
Key Takeaway
Foster community across classes.
Themes
wealth
isolation
community
Mood
thoughtful
empathetic
Type
philosophical
social
When to use this quote
- housing
- education
- policy
- faith groups
Key Concepts
social cohesion
human connection
Questions to Reflect On
- How can wealth be shared responsibly?
- What practices build mutual support?
A Different Perspective
Economic disparity complicates empathy.
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