Thou art a man God is no more Thy own humanity Learn to adore
William BlakeRead
He who would do good to another must do it in minute particulars.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Small, specific actions can lead to positive change in others.
This quote by William Blake emphasizes the importance of attention to detail when helping others. It suggests that true goodness is found not in grand gestures but in the cumulative effect of small, thoughtful actions that contribute to the welfare of others.
Themes
GoodnessDetailsHelpingActionsKindness
In practice
Example use cases
During a community service event to promote kindness, this quote could be shared to encourage participants to focus on small acts of goodwill.
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