Accomplished Quote by Martin Buber
“The basic word I-Thou can be spoken only with one's whole being. The concentration and fusion into a whole being can never be accomplished by me, can never be accomplished without me. I require a Thou to become; becoming I, I say Thou.”
About This Quote
Source Book: I and Thou by Martin Buber, 1923
True dialogue requires fully engaging oneself, merging subject and object into a shared existence.
In simple terms: Deep connection needs whole‑self involvement.
Key Takeaway
Engage fully with others.
Themes
relationships
philosophy
authenticity
Mood
introspective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- counseling
- spiritual practice
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
dialogue
existentialism
interbeing
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you stay present without losing self?
- What limits your full engagement?
A Different Perspective
May overlook personal boundaries.
![“[U]nless oppressed groups stick together, and on alliances of self interest rather than do-goodism; nothing can be accomplished in the long run to dismantle the apparatus of oppression.” quote by Shulamith Firestone](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d7b/shulamith-firestone-12980_accomplished_u-nless-oppressed-groups-stick-together_5485.jpg)
