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Able Quote by Desmond Tutu

“I certainly know that I would not be able to survive if it were not for the fact that I am being upheld by the prayers of so many people.” quote by Desmond Tutu
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“I certainly know that I would not be able to survive if it were not for the fact that I am being upheld by the prayers of so many people.”

Desmond Tutu

About This Quote

Source Speech: Nobel Peace Prize Acceptance, 1984

Survival depends on the prayers of many supporting me.

In simple terms: Prayers of others sustain me.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate communal support.

Themes

faith community resilience spirituality

Mood

hopeful inspirational

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal hardship
  • public speaking
  • leadership
  • activism

Key Concepts

interdependence gratitude

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does community support affect personal strength?
  • In what ways can we give back?
A Different Perspective

Reliance on prayer may not replace practical action.

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