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Show me your hands. Do they have scars from giving? Show me your feet. Are they wounded in service? Show me your heart. Have you left a place for divine love?
Fulton J. Sheen
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Interpretation

What this quote means

The quote emphasizes the importance of sacrifice, service, and love in our lives.

Fulton J. Sheen's quote invites reflection on the physical and emotional scars that we accumulate through acts of giving and selfless service. It challenges individuals to consider whether they have truly engaged in love and service to others, which is often marked by personal sacrifices and a willingness to embrace divine love in their hearts.

Themes

SacrificeServiceLoveGivingScarsHeart

In practice

Example use cases

During a speech on compassion, I shared this quote to inspire others to embrace service.

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