The angels surround and help the priest when he is celebrating Mass.
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Let our lives be good, and the times are good. We make our times; such as we are, such are the times.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Our personal quality of life shapes the world around us, indicating that our actions influence our environment.
Saint Augustine's quote emphasizes the correlation between individual character and the broader societal conditions. It suggests that if we strive for goodness in our own lives, the times we live in will reflect that goodness. The essence of our actions and virtues contributes to the collective human experience, shaping the world we inhabit.
Themes
GoodnessCharacterSocietyInfluenceActions
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about personal responsibility.
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