Important Quote by Margaret Atwood
““There are more important things. For instance: keep the others safe, if they are safe. Don’t let them suffer too much. If they have to die, let it be fast. You might even provide a Heaven for them. We need You for that. Hell we can make for ourselves.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Handmaid’s Tale, 1985
We must protect others, ease suffering, and accept death quickly; we create our own hell.
In simple terms: Protect others, ease suffering, accept death; we create our own hell.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize compassion and responsibility.
Themes
ethics
life
death
Mood
somber
thoughtful
Type
ethical
literary
When to use this quote
- healthcare decisions
- war ethics
- end‑of‑life care
Key Concepts
theology
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do we have to others?
- How do we define a “good” death?
A Different Perspective
Moral dilemmas can be ambiguous.
