Alive Quote by William Wilberforce
“If to be feelingly alive to the sufferings of my fellow-creatures is to be a fanatic, I am one of the most incurable fanatics ever permitted to be at large.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Parliamentary debate, 1795
Feeling deep empathy for others' suffering can be seen as fanaticism, but the speaker embraces it fully.
In simple terms: Caring deeply may be called fanaticism.
Key Takeaway
Embrace compassion even if labeled extreme.
Themes
empathy
fanaticism
humanity
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
ethical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- activism
- volunteering
- advocacy
- counseling
- social work
Key Concepts
Moral philosophy
ethical commitment
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance empathy with self‑care?
- When does compassion become self‑destructive?
A Different Perspective
Such intensity can lead to burnout or being dismissed.
