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“We are all called to be saints, St. Paul says, and we might as well get over our bourgeois fear of the name. We might also get used to recognizing the fact that there is some of the saint in all of us.” quote by Dorothy Day
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“We are all called to be saints, St. Paul says, and we might as well get over our bourgeois fear of the name. We might also get used to recognizing the fact that there is some of the saint in all of us.”

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.

Encourages embracing inner goodness despite social anxieties, recognizing shared saintly potential.

In simple terms: Accept your inner goodness despite fear.

Key Takeaway

Embrace your inner saint.

Themes

faith self‑acceptance courage

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • community building
  • overcoming fear
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

spirituality human dignity social critique

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you nurture your inner saint daily?
  • What fears limit your spiritual expression?
A Different Perspective

Social pressure may suppress expression of inner virtue.

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