Animal Quote by Matthew Scully
““It is true, as we are often reminded, that kindness to animals is among the humbler duties of human charity--though for just that reason among the more easily neglected. And it is true that there will always be enough injustice and human suffering in the world to make the wrongs done to animals seem small and secondary. The answer is that justice is not a finite commodity, nor are kindness and love. Where we find wrongs done to animals, it is no excuse to say that more important wrongs are done to human beings, and let us concentrate on those. A wrong is a wrong, and often the little ones, when they are shrugged off as nothing, spread and do the gravest harm to ourselves and others.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Animal Welfare Advocacy, 2015
Kindness to animals is often overlooked because human suffering seems larger, but moral duty extends to all beings equally.
In simple terms: Animal kindness is as important as human charity.
Key Takeaway
Treat animal welfare as a priority, not an afterthought.
Themes
ethics
compassion
justice
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- personal lifestyle
- education
- activism
Key Concepts
moral responsibility
interconnectedness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does ignoring small injustices affect larger societal values?
- What actions can you take to balance concern for humans and animals?
A Different Perspective
Neglecting animal rights can erode overall moral standards.
