Quote by Albert Schweitzer

A man does not have to be an angel in order to be a saint.

A man does not have to be an angel in order to be a saint.

Summary

This quote implies that being a saint does not require a person to possess angelic qualities. It suggests that one can be flawed or imperfect, yet still embody the qualities of a saint. It emphasizes that the path to sainthood is not limited to those who are perfect or without faults, urging individuals to recognize that even with shortcomings, they have the potential to lead a saintly existence through their actions and choices.

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