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Holy life Quote by Donald B. Kraybill

“Finally, in your conduct be friendly toward everyone And a burden to none. Toward God, live a holy life; toward yourself, be moderate; toward your fellow men, be fair; in life, be modest; in your manner, courteous; in admonition, friendly; in forgiveness, willing; in your promises, true; in your…” quote by Donald B. Kraybill
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““Finally, in your conduct be friendly toward everyone And a burden to none. Toward God, live a holy life; toward yourself, be moderate; toward your fellow men, be fair; in life, be modest; in your manner, courteous; in admonition, friendly; in forgiveness, willing; in your promises, true; in your speech, wise; and out of a pure heart gladly share of the bounties you receive.38””

Donald B. Kraybill

About This Quote

Source Book: The Anabaptist World, 2005

A comprehensive moral guide urging kindness, moderation, fairness, modesty, courtesy, forgiveness, honesty, wisdom, and generosity in all aspects of life.

In simple terms: Live kindly and modestly.

Key Takeaway

Practice balanced virtues daily.

Themes

ethics moderation generosity

Mood

inspirational thoughtful

Type

ethical guideline

When to use this quote

  • daily living
  • community building
  • personal conduct

Key Concepts

moral philosophy virtue ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • Which virtue feels hardest?
  • How can you apply these today?
A Different Perspective

May seem prescriptive without context.

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