Quote by Mother Theresa

There is hunger for ordinary bread, and there is hunger for love, for kindness, for thoughtfulness; and this is the great poverty that makes people suffer so much.

There is hunger for ordinary bread, and there is hunger for

Summary

This quote emphasizes that there are different types of hunger, beyond the physical need for food. It suggests that humans have a deep longing for love, kindness, and thoughtfulness, and when these elements are lacking, people endure immense suffering. It highlights the significance of emotional and spiritual fulfillment, suggesting that this hunger for non-material things is what truly causes poverty and distress in individuals.

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