Then shall the righteous answer him, saying, Lord, when…
“Then shall the righteous answer him, saying, Lord, when saw we thee an hungred, and fed thee? or thirsty, and gave thee drink? When saw we thee a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and clothed thee? Or when saw we thee sick, or in prison, and came unto thee? And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Serving those in need is equivalent to serving the divine; compassion toward the vulnerable is sacred.
In simple terms: Helping others is like helping God.
Key Takeaway
Act with compassion toward the marginalized.
Themes
compassion
service
spirituality
Mood
spiritual
reflective
Type
religious
ethical
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- healthcare
- prison ministry
Key Concepts
ethics
altruism
social responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- Who are the "least of these" in your community?
- How can you sustain long‑term service?
A Different Perspective
Acts of kindness may be limited by resources or personal bias.