I believe that this is a practical world and that I can…
““I believe that this is a practical world and that I can count only on what I earn. Therefore, I believe in work, hard work. I believe in education, which gives me the knowledge to work wisely and trains my mind and my hands to work skillfully. I believe in honesty and truthfulness, without which I cannot win the respect and confidence of my fellow men. I believe in a sound mind, in a sound body and a spirit that is not afraid, and in clean sports that develop these qualities. I believe in obedience to law because it protects the rights of all. I believe in the human touch, which cultivates sympathy with my fellow men and mutual helpfulness and brings happiness for all. I believe in my Country, because it is a land of freedom and because it is my own home, and that I can best serve that country by "doing justly, loving mercy, and walking humbly with my God." And because Auburn men and women believe in these things, I believe in Auburn and love it. ””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A manifesto of personal values emphasizing work, education, honesty, health, obedience to law, empathy, patriotism, and humility.
In simple terms: Values: work, education, honesty, health, law, empathy, country, humility.
Live by these core principles daily.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career development
- civic engagement
- personal health
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Which value guides your daily actions?
- How do you balance personal and civic duties?