Being done Quote by Simone Weil
“Justice consists in seeing that no harm is done to men. Whenever a man cries inwardly: 'Why am I being hurt?' harm is being done to him. He is often mistaken when he tries to define the harm, and why and by whom it is being inflicted on him. But the cry itself is infallible.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Gravity and Grace, Simone Weil, 1947
Justice means protecting people from any harm, even internal suffering, and respecting their cries for help.
In simple terms: Protect people from harm and heed their suffering.
Key Takeaway
Listen to and address others' pain.
Themes
justice
compassion
human rights
Mood
empathetic
serious
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- healthcare
- social work
- conflict resolution
- community support
Key Concepts
ethics
moral philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize hidden suffering?
- What responsibilities arise from hearing another's pain?
A Different Perspective
Harm may be subjective and hard to define, complicating action.
