Quote by Charles Dickens

[She wasn't] a logically reasoning woman, but God is good, and hearts may count in heaven as high as heads.

[She wasn't] a logically reasoning woman, but God is good, a

Summary

This quote suggests that although the woman in question might not possess logical reasoning skills, the concept of God's goodness implies that one's heart possesses significance in heaven, possibly equal to that of one's intelligence. It implies that qualities like kindness, empathy, and pure intentions can hold great importance, suggesting that a person's character and emotional capacity may have equal value to their intellectual abilities.

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By Charles Dickens

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