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“Love is the key to the mystery. Love by its very nature is not selfish, but generous. It seeks not its own, but the good of others. The measure of love is not the pleasure it gives-that is the way the world judges it-but the joy and peace it can purchase for others.” quote by Fulton J. Sheen
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“Love is the key to the mystery. Love by its very nature is not selfish, but generous. It seeks not its own, but the good of others. The measure of love is not the pleasure it gives-that is the way the world judges it-but the joy and peace it can purchase for others.”

Fulton J. Sheen

About This Quote

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

Love is a selfless force that creates joy and peace for others, not merely personal satisfaction.

In simple terms: Selfless love benefits others.

Key Takeaway

Love's value lies in the peace it brings.

Themes

selflessness generosity inner peace human connection moral philosophy

Mood

hopeful compassionate inspirational

Type

philosophical spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • counseling
  • community building
  • conflict resolution
  • spiritual guidance
  • relationship coaching

Key Concepts

love joy peace ethical behavior

Practical Applications

  • therapy
  • social work

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does love transform personal relationships?
  • What practices nurture selfless love?
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