Altruism Quotes

The ultimate test of man's conscience may be his willingness to sacrifice something today for future generations whose words of thanks will not be heard.

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Compassion can be defined, therefore, as an attitude of principled, consistent altruism.
— Karen Armstrong Twelve Steps To a Compassionate Life

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If tempted by something that feels "altruistic," examine your motives and root out that self-deception. Then, if you still want to do it, wallow in it! - Robert A. Heinlein quote.

If tempted by something that feels "altruistic," examine your motives and root out that self-deception. Then, if you still want to do it, wallow in it!

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Altruism's true name is always Anonymous.
— David Marusek Mind Over Ship

Every major horror of history was committed in the name of an altruistic motive. Has any act of selfishness ever equaled the carnage perpetrated by disciples of altruism? - Ayn Rand quote.

Every major horror of history was committed in the name of an altruistic motive. Has any act of selfishness ever equaled the carnage perpetrated by disciples of altruism?

Altruism has always been one of biology's deep mysteries. Why should any animal, off on its own...choose to give up its life in aid of someone else? - Lewis Thomas quote.

Altruism has always been one of biology's deep mysteries.  Why should any animal, off on its own...choose to give up its life in aid of someone else?
— Lewis Thomas Late Night Thoughts on Listening to Mahler’s Ninth Symphony

Altruism is a brief phase through which some adolescents must pass. It is rather like acne. Happily, as with acne, only a few are permanently scarred. - Gore Vidal quote.

Altruism is a brief phase through which some adolescents must pass. It is rather like acne. Happily, as with acne, only a few are permanently scarred.

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