Great men Quote by David Livingstone
“May the time come when rich men and great men would think it an honor to support whole stations of missionaries in Africa, instead of spending their money on hounds and horses.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Missionary correspondence, 1865
Wealthy leaders should fund missionaries, not hunting gear.
In simple terms: Support missions, not hunting.
Key Takeaway
Redirect resources to humanitarian work.
Themes
philanthropy
mission work
priorities
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
historical
ethical
When to use this quote
- church meetings
- policy discussions
- charitable planning
Key Concepts
colonialism
resource allocation
ethical funding
Questions to Reflect On
- How can wealth be used responsibly?
- What are sustainable ways to support missions?
A Different Perspective
May ignore local economic contexts.
