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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My television is the tabernacle.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that television serves as a sacred space for many people, providing them a sense of connection and community.
In this quote by Mother Teresa, the comparison of television to a tabernacle signifies that it is viewed as a central, almost sacred part of modern life. It indicates a place where people gather and find solace, reflecting on how technology can serve both as a means of connection and an alternative to traditional community spaces. Mother Teresa, known for her focus on human connection and love, highlights how such media can fulfill a spiritual or emotional need, although it may require discerning how this connection shapes our lives.
Themes
TelevisionCommunityConnectionModern LifeTechnology
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about modern relationships, one might say, 'As Mother Teresa said, 'My television is the tabernacle,' emphasizing the need for community in our digital age.
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