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 poor are great! The poor are wonderful! The poor are very generous! They give us much more than what we give them.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the profound generosity and richness of spirit found in those who are materially poor.
Mother Teresa highlights that true wealth is not measured by material possessions, but by the willingness to give and share with others. Despite their lack of resources, those who are poor often exhibit exceptional generosity, reminding us of the values of compassion and altruism over materialism.
Themes
PovertyGenerosityCompassionWealthAltruism
In practice
Example use cases
During a charity event to support the homeless.
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