Auschwitz Quote by Viktor E. Frankl
““We have come to know Man as he really is. After all, man is that being who invented the gas chambers of Auschwitz; however, he is also that being who entered those gas chambers upright, with the Lord’s Prayer or the Shema Yisrael on his lips. HAROLD S. KUSHNER””
About This Quote
Source Book: Man’s Search for Meaning, 1946
Human nature includes both capacity for evil and profound faith.
In simple terms: People can create horror yet cling to prayer.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge duality, foster compassion.
Themes
humanity
morality
spirituality
Mood
somber
hopeful
Type
historical
psychological
When to use this quote
- counseling
- education
- memorial design
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
historical trauma
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance remembering atrocities with hope?
- What role does faith play in survival?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on evil may overlook resilience.
