Quote by Sir Wilfred T. Grenfell

The service we render to others is really the rent we pay for our room on this earth. It is obvious that man is himself a traveler; that the purpose of the world is not

The service we render to others is really the rent we pay fo

Summary

With this quote, Mohammed Ali captures the idea that our purpose on Earth is not solely about fulfilling our own desires and ambitions, but also about serving others. He suggests that serving others is not just a selfless act, but an essential payment for our existence. By emphasizing that we are merely travelers in this world, Ali implies that we have a responsibility to contribute to the wellbeing of others as a way of fulfilling our duty and finding meaning in our lives. Ultimately, this quote encourages us to prioritize acts of service and recognize their importance in the larger scheme of things.

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By Sir Wilfred T. Grenfell

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