Quote by Samuel Butler

The clergyman is expected to be a kind of human Sunday.

The clergyman is expected to be a kind of human Sunday.

Summary

This quote suggests that people often have high expectations for clergy members, viewing them as idealized versions of humans who embody qualities associated with the Sabbath, such as holiness, purity, and tranquility. Just as Sundays are traditionally seen as a day of rest and spiritual reflection, the clergyman is expected to represent these qualities in their daily lives. The quote emphasizes the belief that clergy are to be paragons of virtue and serve as role models for others to follow.

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