Quote by Thomas Merton

It is easy enough to tell the poor to accept their poverty as Gods will when you yourself have warm clothes and plenty of food and medical care and a roof over your head and no worry about the rent. But if you want them to believe youtry to share some of their poverty and see if you can accept it as Gods will yourself!

It is easy enough to tell the poor to accept their poverty a

Summary

This quote highlights the element of empathy and understanding when it comes to addressing poverty. It suggests that it is insufficient to simply tell the poor to accept their circumstances as the will of a higher power without truly experiencing their struggles. The speaker emphasizes the importance of personal involvement and suggests that one must genuinely share in the poverty of others to gain a more authentic perspective and comprehend the challenges they face. Through this shared experience, the speaker suggests that one might better understand and convey the concept of accepting poverty as part of a divine plan.

By Thomas Merton

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