I expect to plead not for the slave only, but for suffering humanity everywhere. Especially do I mean to labor for the elevation of my sex.
Lucy StoneRead
To make the public sentiment on the side of all that is just and true and noble is the highest use of life.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The highest purpose of life is to align public opinion with justice, truth, and nobility.
This quote by Lucy Stone emphasizes the importance of shaping public sentiment towards principles that are just, truthful, and noble. It suggests that the ultimate fulfillment and purpose in life is achieved through advocating for these values in society, thereby inspiring others to embrace them as well.
Themes
Public SentimentJusticeTruthNobilityLife Purpose
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech advocating for social justice, you might say, 'To make the public sentiment on the side of all that is just and true and noble is the highest use of life.'
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