Quote by Marian Wright Edleman

Service is the rent we pay for being. It is the very purpose of life, and not something you do in your spare time.

Service is the rent we pay for being. It is the very purpose

Summary

This quote emphasizes the significance of service as an integral part of our existence. It suggests that service is not merely an option or an activity done in one's free time, but rather a fundamental duty or obligation that comes with being alive. It implies that the purpose of life itself revolves around serving others, contributing to the betterment of society, and making a positive impact. Service is portrayed as something essential and all-encompassing, reminding us of our interconnectedness and the responsibility we have towards one another.

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