Quote by Kahlil Gibran

He who requires urging to do a noble act will never accomplish it.

He who requires urging to do a noble act will never accompli

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals who need to be constantly motivated or persuaded to perform noble deeds or acts will never truly achieve them. It implies that the essence of a noble act lies in one's inherent desire and willingness to pursue it, motivated by their own moral values and principles. True acts of nobility are often driven by a sense of altruism and empathy that comes naturally to an individual, rather than something that can be manipulated or forced upon them.

By Kahlil Gibran

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