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“I was reared in a Jehovah's Witness household. I was taught that every man should be judged by his deeds and not his color, and I firmly stand where my grandmother left me.” quote by Jill Scott
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“I was reared in a Jehovah's Witness household. I was taught that every man should be judged by his deeds and not his color, and I firmly stand where my grandmother left me.”

Jill Scott

About This Quote

Source Interview: Jill Scott on upbringing, 2020

The speaker reflects on being raised with a belief that actions, not appearance, define a person, and affirms loyalty to family values.

In simple terms: Judge people by deeds, not skin color.

Key Takeaway

Value deeds over appearances.

Themes

e family justice

Mood

thoughtful determined

Type

personal reflective

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • community discussions
  • teaching children

Key Concepts

Ethics identity social values

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you practice judging by deeds?
  • What challenges arise when confronting prejudice?
A Different Perspective

May overlook systemic biases that affect opportunities.

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