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
The humble, meek, merciful, and just are everywhere of one religion; and when death has taken off the mask they will know one another, though the diverse liveries they wear here make them strangers.
Interpretation
True unity among people transcends superficial differences and reveals a shared essence after life.
This quote suggests that the fundamental qualities of humility, mercy, and justice create a connection among individuals that transcends the various identities and appearances they adopt in life. When death removes these superficial differences, the inherent similarities among those who embody these virtues become evident, revealing a universal bond that underlines the human experience.
In practice
This quote can be used in a discussion about diversity and acceptance during a community meeting.
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