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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At the end of life we will not be judged by how many diplomas we have received, how much money we have made, how many great things we have done. We will be judged by "I was hungry, and you gave me something to eat, I was naked and you clothed me. I was homeless, and you took me in.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The true measure of our lives is not in our achievements, but in our compassion and kindness towards others.
This quote by Mother Teresa emphasizes that the evaluation of our lives at their end will not focus on our material successes or accolades, but rather on the love, care, and service we provided to those in need. It challenges societal notions of success by reminding us that true fulfillment comes from helping others and making meaningful connections.
Themes
CompassionServiceJudgmentKindnessLove
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about community service to inspire others to give back.
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