We should strive to keep our hearts open to the sufferings and wretchedness of other people, and pray continually that God may grant us that spirit of compassion which is truly the spirit of God.
Vincent De PaulRead
The most powerful weapon to conquer the devil is humility. For, as he does not know at all how to employ it, neither does he know how to defend himself from it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Humility is an essential strength that disarms negativity and evil.
This quote by Vincent De Paul emphasizes the idea that true strength lies in humility. It suggests that arrogance and pride can often lead to downfall, while humility acts as a powerful defense against negativity and malevolence, which are metaphorically represented by 'the devil.' In essence, it conveys that embracing humility not only empowers individuals but also confounds those who wish to harm or manipulate others.
Themes
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In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech on overcoming adversity, one could use this quote to highlight the importance of humility.
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All beginnings are somewhat strange; but we must have patience, and little by little, we shall find things, which at first were obscure, becoming clearer.
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