Compassion Quote by Marguerite Wilkinson
““I never cut my neighbor's throat; My neighbor's gold I never stole; I never spoiled his house and land; But God have mercy on my soul! For I am haunted night and day By all the deeds I have not done; O unattempted loveliness! O costly valor never won!””
About This Quote
Source Poem, 2018, Personal Reflection
I have never harmed my neighbor, yet I am haunted by the good deeds I never performed, feeling the loss of unattempted kindness and unearned bravery.
In simple terms: Unperformed kindness haunts the conscience.
Key Takeaway
Act on compassion before regret.
Themes
guilt
compassion
morality
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
poetic
spiritual
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- daily kindness
- personal vows
Key Concepts
regret
ethical action
spiritual reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- What kindness have you delayed?
- How does guilt motivate future actions?
A Different Perspective
The tone may idealize self‑sacrifice.
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