Where a man's heart is, there is his treasure also.
Saint AmbroseRead
A good youth ought to have a fear of God, to be subject to his parents, to give honor to his elders, to preserve his purity; he ought not to despise humility, but should love forbearance and modesty. All these are an ornament to youthful years.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the virtues that a young person should embody.
Saint Ambrose outlines essential qualities that he believes define a good youth, including piety, respect for parents, honor towards elders, and cherishing purity and humility. These characteristics not only enrich the individual's character but also serve as valuable ornaments to their youthfulness, promoting a life of virtue and integrity.
Themes
VirtueYouthHumilityRespectPurityCharacter
In practice
Example use cases
During a youth leadership conference, this quote can inspire attendees to embrace virtuous qualities.
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