“Christians ought to suspect that affliction is the very essence of creation. To be a created thing is not necessarily to be afflicted, but it is necessarily to be exposed to affliction. ... Affliction is the surest sign that God wishes to be loved by us; it is the most precious evidence of His tenderness.”
Simone Weil's writings delve into the philosophical underpinnings of human existence, examining themes such as the nature of labor, the role of suffering in the spiritual life, and the moral responsibilities of individuals and societies. Her work is characterized by its intellectual rigor and its deep engagement with the human experience. more
Simone Weil was a French philosopher, social activist, and writer. Born on February 3, 1909, and died on August 24, 1943, Weil is known for her profound philosophical thinking and her passionate commitment to social justice. Her works have had a significant impact on later philosophers and social thinkers. more
“A right which goes unrecognized by anybody is not worth very much.”
“Whoever is uprooted himself uproots others. Whoever is rooted himself doesn't uproot others.”
“one is never got out of the cave, one comes out of it.”
“It is a fault to wish to be understood before we have made ourselves clear to ourselves.”