Great man Quote by Booker T. Washington
““From his example in this respect I learned the lesson that great man cultivate love, and that only little men cherish a spirit of hatred. I learned that assistance given to the weak makes the one who gives it strong; and that oppression of the unfortunate makes one weak.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Up From Slavery, 1901
True strength arises from helping others and rejecting hatred; assisting the weak builds personal power, while nurturing resentment weakens us.
In simple terms: Helping others makes you strong; hatred weakens.
Key Takeaway
Practice compassion, avoid grudges.
Themes
compassion
strength
humility
Mood
inspirational
philosophical
Type
ethical
personal development
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- mentoring
- community service
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
social responsibility
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you protect yourself while helping?
- What habits foster lasting compassion?
A Different Perspective
Helping others can be draining without boundaries.
