Compassion Quotes
Ethics is nothing else than reverence for life.
"Ethics is nothing else than reverence for life."— Albert Schweitzer
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Meaning of this quote
Reverence for life is proposed as the basic orientation underlying ethical action.
Key takeaway:
Ask whether a choice sustains life and avoids unnecessary harm.
Origin of the quote
Original publication or recording not established.
Who actually said this?
No original publication, dated interview, or recording confirming this exact wording was established. Quote-site repetition is not primary verification.
