Abortion Quote by Mother Teresa
“Human rights are not a privilege conferred by government. They are every human being's entitlement by virtue of his humanity. The right to life does not depend, and must not be contingent, on the pleasure of anyone else, not even a parent or sovereign. ... You must weep that your own government, at present, seems blind to this truth.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, date unknown
Human rights stem from inherent human dignity, not from governmental grant; they must be universal and unconditional.
In simple terms: Rights belong to all humans, not given by governments.
Advocate for universal, unconditional rights.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy advocacy
- education
- legal reform
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies enforce rights when governments resist?
- What mechanisms ensure rights remain unconditional?
Rights can be ignored by authorities, limiting protection.