Adam Quote by Seyyed Hossein Nasr
““A famous poem of Sa‘dī states: The children of Adam are members of a single body, For from the moment of creation they were made of one substance. When fate causes pain in any member, The other members cannot remain still. O thou who hath no sorrow in seeing the sorrow of others, Thou art not worthy of being called a human being.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Sa‘dī’s “The Children of Adam”, 11th‑century Persian poetry
Human beings are interconnected; suffering of one affects all, and empathy defines humanity.
In simple terms: We share a common bond; feel others’ pain.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate empathy and solidarity.
Themes
interconnectedness
empathy
humanity
Mood
compassionate
reflective
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- community support
- healthcare
- conflict resolution
- family care
Key Concepts
social responsibility
collective identity
compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond when someone else suffers?
- What barriers prevent you from feeling others’ pain?
A Different Perspective
Empathy can be limited by personal bias or emotional burnout.
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