Religion Quote by Osho
““Look at the religious attitude, which is totally different, qualitatively different. A religious man thinks himself responsible: If someone is begging, if a beggar is there, I am responsible. The beggar may be at the other end of the earth, I may not know him, I may not come across his path, but if the beggar is there, I am responsible. If a war goes on anywhere, in Israel, in Vietnam, anywhere, I am not participating in it in any visible way, but I am responsible. I am here. I cannot shift the responsibility onto society.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public lecture, 1970s, India
The speaker argues that personal responsibility extends beyond direct actions to all suffering and conflict worldwide, regardless of proximity.
In simple terms: We are accountable for all suffering, even far away.
Key Takeaway
Act with compassion toward all.
Themes
responsibility
compassion
interconnectedness
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- charitable work
- peace activism
- daily kindness
- advocacy
Key Concepts
ethical duty
global empathy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you realistically help distant suffering?
- What limits personal responsibility?
A Different Perspective
Responsibility may feel overwhelming and impractical for individuals.
