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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I pray that you will understand the words of Jesus, “Love one another as I have loved you.” Ask yourself “How has he loved me? Do I really love others in the same way?” Unless this love is among us, we can kill ourselves with work and it will only be work, not love. Work without love is slavery.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of love in our actions and the futility of work without love.
Mother Teresa's quote calls for deep reflection on the nature of love and how it should inform our relationships and actions. She reminds us that without love, even the most diligent work can become a burdensome task, akin to slavery rather than fulfilling service. By urging us to love one another as Jesus loved us, she highlights that love should be the true motivator in our lives, guiding our efforts and interactions with others.
Themes
LoveWorkRelationshipsServiceEmpathy
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech on community service, one might quote this to inspire volunteers to work with love.
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