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“I hate all pain, Given or received; we have enough within us The meanest vassal as the loftiest monarch, Not to add to each other's natural burden Of mortal misery.” quote by Lord Byron
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“I hate all pain, Given or received; we have enough within us The meanest vassal as the loftiest monarch, Not to add to each other's natural burden Of mortal misery.”

Lord Byron

About This Quote

Source Poem: Unpublished verses, early 19th century

The speaker expresses a disdain for all pain, suggesting that both inflicted and received suffering add to humanity’s collective misery.

In simple terms: Pain, whether given or taken, deepens human suffering.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and alleviate suffering wherever possible.

Themes

human suffering philosophy compassion existential

Mood

melancholic reflective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • counseling
  • conflict resolution
  • mental health care

Key Concepts

suffering empathy burden

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can pain ever be constructive?
  • How do we balance empathy with self‑care?
A Different Perspective

The statement may ignore the role of pain in growth or warning.

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