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Charity Quote by Jane Austen

“Incline us oh God! to think humbly of ourselves, to be severe only in the examination of our own conduct, to consider our fellow-creatures with kindness, and to judge of all they say and do with that charity which we would desire from them ourselves.” quote by Jane Austen
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“Incline us oh God! to think humbly of ourselves, to be severe only in the examination of our own conduct, to consider our fellow-creatures with kindness, and to judge of all they say and do with that charity which we would desire from them ourselves.”

Jane Austen

About This Quote

Humility involves self‑examination, kindness to others, and reciprocal charity.

In simple terms: Be humble, kind, and fair.

Key Takeaway

Practice self‑reflection and empathy.

Themes

humility kindness fairness

Mood

thoughtful reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • conflict resolution
  • leadership
  • community building

Key Concepts

ethics self‑awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance humility with confidence?
  • When can you extend charity without self‑sacrifice?
A Different Perspective

Humility may be mistaken for weakness in competitive contexts.

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