To turn water into wine, and what is common into what is holy, is indeed the glory of Christianity.
Frederick William RobertsonRead
Defeat in doing right is nevertheless victory.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Doing the right thing may lead to failure, but it is still a moral triumph.
This quote emphasizes the idea that taking the righteous path, even when it leads to defeat, can be viewed as a form of victory. It suggests that integrity and moral courage are more valuable than the outcome of a specific endeavor, highlighting the importance of staying true to one's principles regardless of external results.
Themes
DefeatVictoryDoing RightIntegrityMoral Courage
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about ethics in business.
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