Quote by John Lancaster Spalding

When with all thy heart thou strivest to live with truth and love, couldst thou do anything better?... If this be thy life, thou shalt not deem it a misfortune to lack the things men most crave and toil for.

When with all thy heart thou strivest to live with truth and

Summary

This quote suggests that living a life committed to honesty and love is the best pursuit one can have. It implies that if one devotes themselves wholeheartedly to these ideals, they will find fulfillment and purpose. In such a life, the absence of worldly possessions or societal achievements that many people desire and work tirelessly for will not be seen as a misfortune. Instead, the quote suggests that true contentment lies in living a life guided by truth and love, transcending materialistic desires.

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Men Life Truth Love Misfortune

By John Lancaster Spalding

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