His face is livid, gaunt his whole body, his breath is green with gall; his tongue drips poison.
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In charity to all mankind, bearing no malice or ill will to any human being, and even compassionating those who hold in bondage their fellow men, not knowing what they do.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of compassion and forgiveness towards all people, even those who commit wrongdoings.
John Quincy Adams highlights the virtue of charity and understanding in human relationships. He advocates for a mindset free of malice and ill will, encouraging individuals to feel compassion even for those who wrong others, recognizing that ignorance may drive such actions. This perspective fosters a more empathetic and forgiving society, promoting healing and unity over division.
Themes
CharityCompassionForgivenessUnderstandingHumanity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a community service announcement to promote empathy.
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