Quote by Simone Weil, Waiting for God

Difficult as it is really to listen to someone in affliction, it is just as difficult for him to know that compassion is listening to him.


Difficult as it is really to listen to someone in affliction

Summary

This quote suggests that it is not easy for one person to truly listen and understand someone who is suffering. However, the quote also acknowledges that it is equally challenging for the person in need to recognize and comprehend the act of compassion when they are being listened to. It highlights the difficulty in both offering and receiving support during times of affliction, emphasizing the complex dynamics of human empathy and the importance of genuine understanding in such situations.

By Simone Weil, Waiting for God
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