Sense shines with a double luster when it is set in humility. An able yet humble man is a jewel worth a kingdom.
William PennRead
Do good with what thou hast, or it will do thee no good.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Use your resources wisely to create positive outcomes; otherwise, they are of no value.
This quote emphasizes the importance of taking action and using what you have to contribute positively to the world, rather than letting opportunities and resources go to waste. It suggests that simply possessing advantages or resources is not enough; one must actively utilize them for good to derive any real benefit.
Themes
GoodActionResourcesWisdomService
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about philanthropy.
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