How seldom we weigh our neighbor in the same balance with ourselves.
Thomas A KempisRead
Set me free from evil passions, and heal my heart of all inordinate affections; that being inwardly cured and thoroughly cleansed, I may be made fit to love, courageous to suffer, steady to persevere.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of overcoming negative emotions in order to love genuinely and face challenges with courage.
In this quote, Thomas A Kempis speaks to the necessity of freeing oneself from harmful desires and emotional disturbances. He suggests that true love requires a pure heart, which can only be achieved through healing from excessive passions and negative affections. By seeking inner cleansing and strength, one can cultivate the ability to love sincerely, endure suffering, and remain steadfast in adversity.
Themes
LoveCourageSufferingPurityPerseverance
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech on self-improvement, one could use this quote to highlight the importance of emotional healing before genuine connections can be formed.
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