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Disturbers are to be rebuked, the low spirited to be…

“Disturbers are to be rebuked, the low spirited to be encouraged, the infirm to be supported, objectors confuted, the treacherous guarded against, the unskilled taught, the lazy aroused, the contentious restrained, the haughty repressed, the poor relieved, the oppressed liberated, the good…” quote by Saint Augustine
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“Disturbers are to be rebuked, the low spirited to be encouraged, the infirm to be supported, objectors confuted, the treacherous guarded against, the unskilled taught, the lazy aroused, the contentious restrained, the haughty repressed, the poor relieved, the oppressed liberated, the good approved, the evil borne with, and all are to be loved!”

Saint Augustine

About This Quote

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

A call to address each person's needs appropriately, correcting, encouraging, supporting, and loving all despite their flaws.

In simple terms: Treat each person according to their condition, with love and guidance.

Key Takeaway

Apply tailored care and love to everyone.

Themes

compassion justice leadership

Mood

hopeful determined empathetic

Type

moral inspirational

When to use this quote

  • teaching
  • conflict resolution
  • social work
  • community building

Key Concepts

Christian ethics pastoral care

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you discern the right response for each individual?
  • What barriers prevent you from loving everyone?
A Different Perspective

May overlookcomp or bias hinder fair treatment.

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