Armament Quote by Laura Hillenbrand
“This self-respect and sense of self-worth, the innermost armament of the soul, lies at the heart of humanness; to be deprived of it is to be dehumanized, to be cleaved from, and cast below, mankind.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Unbroken, 2010
Self‑respect and self‑worth are core to humanity; losing them dehumanizes and marginalizes individuals.
In simple terms: Self‑respect is essential to humanity.
Key Takeaway
Protect your inner worth.
Themes
human dignity
self‑respect
dehumanization
Mood
inspirational
serious
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- discrimination
- abuse
- social exclusion
Key Concepts
psychological resilience
ethical identity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you rebuild self‑worth after loss?
- What actions affirm humanity?
A Different Perspective
Self‑respect can be challenged by external oppression.
