Almighty and eternal Lord God, the great Creator of heaven and earth, and the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ; look down from heaven in pity and compassion upon me thy servant, who humbly prostrate myself before thee.
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Lenience will operate with greater force, in some instances than rigor. It is therefore my first wish to have all of my conduct distinguished by it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Lenience can be more effective than strictness in leading others.
George Washington's quote emphasizes the importance of leniency and compassion in leadership. He suggests that exercising understanding and flexibility can often yield better results than being overly strict or rigid, highlighting a balanced approach to authority that fosters cooperation and loyalty.
Themes
LenienceLeadershipFlexibilityCompassionAuthority
In practice
Example use cases
A manager might use this quote to promote a lenient approach when handling employee issues during a team meeting.
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