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“The labor of a human being is not a commodity or article of commerce. You can't weigh the soul of a man with a bar of pig-iron.” quote by Samuel
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“The labor of a human being is not a commodity or article of commerce. You can't weigh the soul of a man with a bar of pig-iron.”

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Source Essay: Labor and Humanity, 1905

Human labor isn’t a commodity; the soul can’t be measured by material standards.

In simple terms: Work isn’t a product; human worth isn’t material.

Key Takeaway

Respect human dignity beyond economic value.

Themes

labor ethics human value philosophy economics spirituality

Mood

reflective ethical

Type

philosophical practical

When to use this quote

  • workplace policy
  • social activism
  • education curricula

Key Concepts

human rights fair wages ethical labor practices

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies value human dignity?
  • What policies protect labor as human, not product?
A Different Perspective

Economic systems often treat labor as a commodity.

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