If we can't face our losses, we can't be present either fully to everything that is. When people have cut off or not made peace with some part of themselves, they miss out on other aspects of life.
Krista TippettRead
For every shrill and violent voice that throws itself in front of microphones and cameras in the name of God, there are countless lives of gentleness and good works who will not. We need to see and hear them, as well, to understand the whole story of religion in our world.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote highlights the contrast between loud, aggressive expressions of faith and the quieter, more benevolent acts of kindness that often go unnoticed.
In this quote, Krista Tippett emphasizes the importance of recognizing the quieter, compassionate aspects of religion that often overshadowed by more aggressive and sensational voices. She suggests that while some may dominate public discourse about religion, there exists a vast, unseen community engaged in acts of gentleness and service that truly reflect the essence of faith. By acknowledging both sides, we can gain a more complete understanding of the role of religion in society.
Themes
ReligionGentlenessKindnessUnderstandingVoicesFaith
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about community service, one might reference Tippett's quote to highlight the importance of recognizing unsung heroes.
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