Show me your hands. Do they have scars from giving? Show me your feet. Are they wounded in service? Show me your heart. Have you left a place for divine love?
Fulton J. SheenRead
Never forget that there are only two philosophies to rule your life: the one of the cross, which starts with the fast and ends with the feast. The other of Satan, which starts with the feast and ends with the headache.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Life is shaped by the choices we make, either leading to fulfillment or regret.
In this quote, Fulton J. Sheen emphasizes the significance of the philosophies we adopt in life. He contrasts two opposing life principles: one that values sacrifice and discipline, leading to true joy and fulfillment (represented by the cross), and another that seeks immediate pleasure but ultimately results in dissatisfaction and pain (represented by Satan). This highlights the importance of making thoughtful decisions for a meaningful existence.
Themes
PhilosophyLife ChoicesSacrificeFulfillmentPleasureRegret
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can inspire a group discussion on the impact of our daily choices.
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