Quote by Leo Tolstoy

When the woman showed her love for the children that were not her own, and wept over them, I saw in her the living God, and understood What men live by.

When the woman showed her love for the children that were no

Summary

This quote highlights the transformative power of selfless love and compassion. It suggests that witnessing a woman's genuine care and emotional connection towards children who are not biologically hers helps the speaker recognize the divine essence within her. The quote also alludes to a deeper understanding of the true meaning of human existence, implying that our purpose in life is bound by acts of love and empathy towards others.

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By Leo Tolstoy

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