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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The biggest disease today is not leprosy or cancer or tuberculosis, but rather the feeling or being unwanted, uncared for, deserted by everybody. The greatest evil is the lack of love and charity, the terrible indifference towards one's neighbor who lives at the roadside, the victim of exploitation, corruption, poverty, and disease.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote highlights that emotional neglect and lack of compassion are more serious issues than physical diseases.
In this profound statement, Mother Teresa emphasizes that the feelings of being unwanted and unloved are far more damaging to individuals than physical ailments like leprosy or cancer. She argues that true evil lies in the apathy and indifference people show towards others, particularly those in vulnerable situations. Through her words, she calls for love, compassion, and active charity, urging society to recognize and address the emotional suffering of those around us.
Themes
LoveCompassionIndifferenceCharityCommunity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the importance of social responsibility and supporting those in need.
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