What are some famous quotes about empathy in literature?

What are some famous quotes about empathy in literature?

One powerful quote is from Harper Lee's 'To Kill a Mockingbird': "You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view... Until you climb inside of his skin and walk around in it."

Can you give me another example?

Certainly! In 'The Grapes of Wrath' by John Steinbeck, he writes, "If you’re in trouble or hurt or need—go to poor people. They’re the only ones that’ll help—the only ones." This highlights the deep empathy found in human connections.

What about quotes from modern literature?

A great modern example is from 'The Fault in Our Stars' by John Green: "You don’t get to choose if you get hurt in this world, old man, but you do have some say in who hurts you. I like my choices." This reflects the complexities of empathy in relationships.

Are there any quotes about empathy in poetry?

Yes! In Maya Angelou's poem 'Human Family,' she writes, "We are more alike, my friends, than we are unalike." This emphasizes the shared human experience and the importance of empathy.