Compassion Quote by Thomas Aquinas
“Mercy without justice is the mother of dissolution; justice without mercy is cruelty.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Summa Theologica, 1274
Balancing mercy and justice is essential; excess of one leads to moral breakdown.
In simple terms: Mercy and justice must be balanced.
Key Takeaway
Seek fairness with compassion.
Themes
justice
mercy
ethics
balance
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- legal judgments
- leadership decisions
- conflict resolution
- community governance
Key Concepts
Moral philosophy
theology
virtue ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you apply both mercy and justice in daily choices?
- What risks arise from ignoring one?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on either can cause rigidity or chaos.
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