Bible Quote by Annie Dillard
“When I teach, I preach. I thump the Bible. I exhort my students morally. I talk to them about the dedicated life.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “Teaching” in The Writing Life, 1989
Teaching is a moral act, intertwining personal belief with instruction to inspire ethical living.
In simple terms: Teaching is preaching moral values.
Integrate ethics into teaching.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- classroom discussions
- mentor relationships
- curriculum design
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance instruction with moral guidance?
- What impact does moral teaching have?
Students may resist moral preaching.