Art Quote by William Wordsworth
“A lawyer art thou? Draw not nigh! Go, carry to some fitter place The keenness of that practised eye, The hardness of that sallow face.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Lawyer" (part of "The Prelude"), 1799
The speaker urges a lawyer to move away from a harsh, clinical perspective toward a more humane stance.
In simple terms: Lawyers should seek compassion over coldness.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate empathy in profession.
Themes
ethics
humanity
profession
Mood
serious
contemplative
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- courtrooms
- client counseling
- legal education
Key Concepts
legal practice
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can lawyers balance objectivity with compassion?
- What does “fitter place” mean for justice?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex legal realities.
