Skip to content

Bibles Quote by Dorothy Day

“Think what the world could look like if we took care of the poor even half as well as we do our Bibles!” quote by Dorothy Day
Download Open image
“Think what the world could look like if we took care of the poor even half as well as we do our Bibles!”

Dorothy Day

About This Quote

Society often neglects the poor while prioritizing religious rituals, suggesting a moral imbalance.

In simple terms: We care more about religion than helping the needy.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize caring for the poor.

Themes

justice compassion faith

Mood

hopeful concerned

Type

inspirational activist

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • community service
  • personal giving

Key Concepts

ethics social responsibility poverty alleviation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What would a world look like if compassion matched devotion?
  • How can faith inspire concrete aid?
A Different Perspective

Balancing spiritual practice with social action is complex.

4.7 out of 5 (4 ratings)

More by Dorothy Day

Explore all 220 Dorothy Day quotes

More Bibles quotes

Browse all 2 Bibles quotes