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“Render unto Caesar the things that are Caesar's; and unto God the things that are God's; and unto human beings, what?” quote by Stanislaw Jerzy Lec
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“Render unto Caesar the things that are Caesar's; and unto God the things that are God's; and unto human beings, what?”

Stanislaw Jerzy Lec

About This Quote

Source Essay: Reflections on Authority, 1970

It questions the division of duties among authorities and humanity, implying a moral dilemma about responsibility.

In simple terms: Who should bear responsibility?

Key Takeaway

Consider ethical distribution of duties.

Themes

responsibility authority ethics humanity

Mood

critical inquisitive

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • government policy
  • community service
  • personal decisions

Key Concepts

moral philosophy political theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • What responsibilities should humans keep?
  • Where should state power end?
A Different Perspective

Balancing authority and humanity is complex.

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