The measure of civilization is the measure of compassion. - Alfred North Whitehead

"The measure of civilization is the measure of compassion."

Alfred North Whitehead Kindness

Mathematician Philosopher British 1861–1947

More from Alfred North Whitehead

"The art of progress is to preserve order amid change and to preserve change amid order."

"Creativity is the ultimate expression of power."

"It is the business of the future to be dangerous."

"No static thing endures; change alone is eternal, perpetual, immortal."

"A good man treats his wife with respect."

"Kindness always comes back around."

"The power of a smile can change everything."

"Kindness is weakness to some. Not to me."