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Every noble impulse, every unselfish expression of love, every surrender of self to something higher than self, every loyalty to an ideal, every fine courage of the soul – by doing good for good’s sake – that is spirituality. –
Interpretation
What this quote means
Spirituality is defined by selfless actions and noble intentions directed towards something greater than oneself.
This quote by David O. McKay encapsulates the essence of spirituality as a collection of noble qualities and actions that stem from love, sacrifice, and devotion to ideals. It suggests that true spirituality is manifested through unselfish acts, loyalty to high ideals, and courage, all executed for the sake of goodness itself, rather than for personal gain or recognition.
Themes
SpiritualitySelflessnessLoveNobleIdeal
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the importance of community service.
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