Pity would be no more if we did not make somebody poor; and mercy no more could be if all were as happy as we

Pity would be no more if we did not make somebody poor; and mercy no more could be if all were as happy as we

William Blake, the renowned English poet, artist, and visionary, was known for his radical ideas and unique perspective on society and human nature. In his works, he often challenged conventional beliefs and questioned the established norms of his time. One of his most famous quotes, "Pity would be no more if we did not make somebody poor; and mercy no more could be if all were as happy as we," encapsulates his profound understanding of the human condition and the interconnectedness of suffering and compassion.