The guerrilla band is not to be considered inferior to the army against which it fights simply because it is inferior in fire power.
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Above all, try always to be able to feel deeply any injustice committed against any person in any part of the world. It is the most beautiful quality of a revolutionary.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Compassion for the suffering of others is essential for those who seek to create change.
This quote by Che Guevara emphasizes the importance of empathy and awareness of injustice in the pursuit of revolutionary change. Feeling deeply for the injustices faced by individuals worldwide highlights a compassionate character trait, essential for anyone striving to make a significant impact in society.
Themes
EmpathyInjusticeRevolutionChangeCompassion
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech about social justice at a community gathering.
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