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“I tell you that men will have to give account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken. For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned” (12:36–37). That” quote by Matthew C. Mitchell
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““I tell you that men will have to give account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken. For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned” (12:36–37). That””

Matthew C. Mitchell

About This Quote

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

Words have moral weight; they can lead to judgment or salvation.

In simple terms: Speech determines destiny.

Key Takeaway

Speak responsibly.

Themes

responsibility ethics communication

Mood

reflective serious

Type

religious philosophical

When to use this quote

  • daily conversations
  • public speaking
  • social media
  • teaching

Key Concepts

moral accountability spiritual judgment

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you assess the impact of your words?
  • Can silence be as powerful as speech?
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Context may differ across cultures and religions.

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