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As for ourselves, yes, we must be meek, bear injustice…

“As for ourselves, yes, we must be meek, bear injustice, malice, rash judgment. We must turn the other cheek, give up our cloak, go a second mile.” quote by Dorothy Day
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“As for ourselves, yes, we must be meek, bear injustice, malice, rash judgment. We must turn the other cheek, give up our cloak, go a second mile.”

Dorothy Day

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

She urges meekness, bearing injustice, and extending generosity beyond what is expected.

In simple terms: Be meek, bear injustice, and go the extra mile.

Key Takeaway

Practice radical compassion and patience.

Themes

social justice non‑violence generosity

Mood

ethical reflective

Type

religious activist

When to use this quote

  • volunteering
  • peaceful protest
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

ethics activism self‑sacrifice

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is it appropriate to turn the other cheek?
  • How do you balance self‑care with self‑sacrifice?
A Different Perspective

May be unrealistic in dangerous situations.

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