Compassion Quote by Miguel de Cervantes
“It is better that a judge should lean on the side of compassion than severity.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes, 1605
Compassion should guide judgments more than strictness, fostering fairness and humanity.
In simple terms: Be kind when judging.
Choose empathy over harshness.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- courtroom decisions
- parental discipline
- community mediation
- policy making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can compassion be balanced with accountability?
- When does severity become necessary?
Compassion may be seen as lenient, risking inconsistency.