Only be not thou careless, but take courage, and…
““Only be not thou careless, but take courage, and strengthen thy family. For as the smith hammering his work conquers the task which he wills, so also doth righteous discourse repeated daily conquer all evil. Cease not therefore to reprove thy children; for I know that if they shall repent with all their heart, they shall be written in the books of life with the saints.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The passage urges vigilance, courage, and daily moral instruction to overcome evil, emphasizing the power of repeated righteous discourse.
In simple terms: Daily moral teaching builds strength against evil.
Teach and reinforce values consistently.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- parenting
- education
- community leadership
- faith groups
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance teaching with tangible deeds?
- What daily practices reinforce moral growth?
Repeated teaching may not address systemic issues without practical action.