If I speak in the tongues of men and of angles, but am…
“If I speak in the tongues of men and of angles, but am note nice, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but am not nice, I am nothing. If I give all I posses to the poor and surrender my body to the flames, but am not nice, I gain nothing.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
True virtue requires love; without kindness, all gifts are empty.
In simple terms: Kindness is essential for any good.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate kindness above all.
Themes
love
humility
integrity
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
moral
spiritual
When to use this quote
- charitable work
- personal relationships
- leadership
- teaching
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
spirituality
ethics
character
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you demonstrate love in daily actions?
- What does kindness mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Even with talent, lack of love renders actions meaningless.