For me Christ was not to be bought for thirty pieces of silver but with my heart's blood. We buy not cheap in this market.
Dorothy DayRead
I offered up a special prayer, a prayer which came with tears and anguish, that some way would open up for me to use what talents I possessed for my fellow workers, for the poor.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a deep yearning to utilize one's talents for the benefit of others, particularly those in need.
In this quote, Dorothy Day conveys a heartfelt desire to contribute positively to the lives of her fellow workers and the impoverished. She describes a moment of sincere prayer filled with emotion, indicating that her talents should not merely serve her own interests but rather be directed towards helping those who are less fortunate. This reflects a profound philosophy of altruism and the importance of using one’s gifts to uplift others.
Themes
PrayerTalentsAltruismServiceHelping OthersAnguishSacrifice
In practice
Example use cases
During a charity event, one might say this quote to inspire volunteers to contribute their abilities for the greater good.
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