Quote by Kahlil Gibran

Work is love made visible. And if you cannot work with love but only with distaste, it is better that you should leave your work and sit at the gate of the temple and take alms of those who work with joy.

Work is love made visible. And if you cannot work with love

Summary

This quote by Kahlil Gibran suggests that work should be an expression of love. It argues that if one cannot approach work with passion and enjoyment, it would be preferable to step aside and allow those who find joy in their work to do it instead. The quote implies that true fulfillment comes from finding purpose and satisfaction in the work we do, and those who cannot find that should seek a different path that aligns with their passions.

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