I will follow my logic, no matter where it goes, after it has consulted with my heart. If you ever come to a conclusion without calling the heart in, you will come to a bad conclusion.
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Labor is the only prayer that Nature answers: It is the only prayer that deserves an answer—good, honest, noble work.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Hard work is a form of devotion that yields results, as it aligns us with the natural order.
This quote by Robert Green Ingersoll emphasizes the significance of labor and hard work in achieving meaningful outcomes. It suggests that dedication to honest and noble efforts is the truest form of prayer, and that such efforts resonate with the laws of nature, leading to tangible results and rewards.
Themes
LaborWorkNaturePrayerDedication
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about the value of hard work and perseverance.
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