The way to plan the family is natural family planning not contraception. In destroying the power of giving life, through contraception, a husband or wife is doing something to self, and so it destroys the gift of life in him or her
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We must not be surprised when we hear of murders, killings, of wars, or of hatred...If a mother can kill her own child, what is left but for us to kill each other?
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects on the deep-seated issues of violence and hatred in humanity, questioning the moral fabric of society.
Mother Teresa's quote highlights the alarming reality of human violence and the deterioration of compassion. By pointing out that if a mother can commit the ultimate act of violence against her own child, it underscores a profound moral crisis where we may lose sight of our humanity. This statement serves as a grim reminder of how easily hatred can spread within society, suggesting that if we cannot maintain love and kindness in the most fundamental relationships, it is not surprising that conflicts and violence proliferate among us.
Themes
ViolenceHatredCompassionHumanityMoral Crisis
In practice
Example use cases
During a peace rally, this quote can be used to provoke thought about the state of humanity.
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