Quote by Martin Luther King Jr.

The first question which the priest and the Levite asked was: 'If I stop to help this man, what will happen to me?' But...the good Samaritan reversed the question: 'If I do not stop to help this man, what will happen to him?

The first question which the priest and the Levite asked was

Summary

This quote by Martin Luther King Jr. highlights a significant shift in perspective between the attitudes of different characters in the biblical story of the Good Samaritan. The priest and the Levite prioritize their self-interest and consider the potential consequences they may face for aiding the injured man on the roadside. In contrast, the good Samaritan demonstrates empathy and compassion by focusing on the well-being of the individual in need, irrespective of the impact on himself. It encapsulates the idea of looking beyond personal gain and considering the welfare of others as a vital aspect of moral actions.

By Martin Luther King Jr.

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