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Army Quote by Billy Sunday

“Being a kind, emperor, or president is mighty small potatoes compared to being a mother. Commanding an army is little more than sweeping a street compared with training a boy or girl. The mother of Moses did more for the world than all the kinds that Egypt ever had. Oh, you wait until you reach…” quote by Billy Sunday
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“Being a kind, emperor, or president is mighty small potatoes compared to being a mother. Commanding an army is little more than sweeping a street compared with training a boy or girl. The mother of Moses did more for the world than all the kinds that Egypt ever had. Oh, you wait until you reach the mountains of eternity, then read the mothers' names in God's Hall of Fame.”

Billy Sunday

About This Quote

Source Sermon: Unknown (public address)

Motherhood is portrayed as the highest, most impactful role, surpassing political or military power.

In simple terms: Being a mother is the greatest service.

Key Takeaway

Value nurturing over authority.

Themes

parenthood humility service

Mood

respectful inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • family life
  • community leadership
  • social activism

Key Concepts

maternal influence sacrifice legacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies honor mothers equally?
  • What other roles rival motherhood’s impact?
A Different Perspective

The statement idealizes motherhood, overlooking diverse contributions.

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