Anger Quote by Richard Whately
“Anger requires that the offender should not only be made to grieve in his turn, but to grieve for that particular wrong which has been done by him.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: "Elements of Moral Philosophy", 1825
He argues that offenders must feel grief for their wrongdoing and also suffer the pain they cause others.
In simple terms: Offenders should feel grief for their harm.
Key Takeaway
Promote empathy in justice.
Themes
ethics
justice
remorse
Mood
serious
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- legal sentencing
- restorative justice
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we foster genuine remorse?
- What role does empathy play in punishment?
A Different Perspective
May be unrealistic for all offenders.
