You are so to put forth the power that God has given you…
“You are so to put forth the power that God has given you; you are so to give, and sacrifice to give, as to earn the eulogium pronounced on the woman, "She hath done what she could." Do it now. It is not a safe thing to leave a generous feeling to the cooling influences of a cold world. If you intend to do a mean thing, wait till tomorrow; if you are to do a noble thing, do it now,--now!”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Act immediately in generosity and sacrifice, rather than postponing noble deeds for fear or convenience.
In simple terms: Do good deeds now, not later.
Act now with generosity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- charitable work
- community service
- daily kindness
- emergency response
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What immediate action can you take today to help someone?
- How do you balance urgency with prudence?
May overlook the need for thoughtful planning in complex situations.