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“Jesus, Buddha, Mohammed, great as each may be, their highest comfort given to the sorrowful is a cordial introduction into another's woe. Sorrow's the great community in which all men born of woman are members at one time or another.” quote by Sean O'Casey
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“Jesus, Buddha, Mohammed, great as each may be, their highest comfort given to the sorrowful is a cordial introduction into another's woe. Sorrow's the great community in which all men born of woman are members at one time or another.”

Sean O'Casey

About This Quote

Source Play: The Plough and the Stars, 1926

The quote suggests that suffering unites humanity, offering shared solace through mutual empathy.

In simple terms: Suffering connects us all.

Key Takeaway

Find comfort in shared experience.

Themes

empathy humanity shared suffering

Mood

reflective somber

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • grief counseling
  • support groups
  • interfaith dialogue
  • community building

Key Concepts

existential solidarity compassion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does shared grief aid healing?
  • Can empathy replace personal resilience?
A Different Perspective

It may overlook individual coping differences and cultural contexts.

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