If a man were poor or hungry, [some] would say, let us…
![“If a man were poor or hungry, [some] would say, let us pray for him. I would suggest a little different regimen for a person in this condition: rather take him a bag of flour and a little beef or pork, and a little sugar and butter. A few such comforts will do him more good than your prayers. And…” quote by John Taylor](https://sms4smile.com/q/img-quotes/76d/john-taylor-11046_ashamed_if-a-man-were-poor-or-hungry-some-would_2860168.jpg)
“If a man were poor or hungry, [some] would say, let us pray for him. I would suggest a little different regimen for a person in this condition: rather take him a bag of flour and a little beef or pork, and a little sugar and butter. A few such comforts will do him more good than your prayers. And I would be ashamed to ask the Lord to do something that I would not do myself. Then go to work and help the poor yourselves first, and do all you can for them, and then call upon God to do the balance.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Advocates practical aid over prayer alone for the poor, urging personal action.
In simple terms: Help the poor with food, not just prayers.
Key Takeaway
Provide tangible help first.
Themes
charity
faith
action
Mood
compassionate
determined
Type
ethical
motivational
When to use this quote
- disaster relief
- food banks
- community service
Key Concepts
practical aid
personal responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What balance of prayer and action is right?
- How can you mobilize resources effectively?
A Different Perspective
May underestimate spiritual needs.