Kindness has converted more sinners than either zeal, eloquence, or learning; and these three last have never converted any.
Frederick William FaberRead
Kindness has converted more sinners than zeal, eloquence, or learning.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Kindness is more effective in bringing about change than forceful arguments or knowledge.
This quote by Frederick William Faber highlights the transformative power of kindness compared to other means of influence, such as zeal or eloquence. It suggests that genuine compassion and understanding can lead to more significant and meaningful changes in people than attempts at persuasion or intellectual debate.
Themes
KindnessChangeCompassionUnderstandingInfluence
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about community service, one might say, 'Remember, kindness has converted more sinners than zeal, eloquence, or learning.'
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