Human beings Quote by Stanislaw Jerzy Lec
“Render unto Caesar the things that are Caesar's; and unto God the things that are God's; and unto human beings, what?”
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?
Consider ethical distribution of duties.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government policy
- community service
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities should humans keep?
- Where should state power end?
Balancing authority and humanity is complex.