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Bread Quote by John Dryden

“Affability, mildness, tenderness, and a word which I would fain bring back to its original signification of virtue,--I mean good-nature,--are of daily use; they are the bread of mankind and staff of life.” quote by John Dryden
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“Affability, mildness, tenderness, and a word which I would fain bring back to its original signification of virtue,--I mean good-nature,--are of daily use; they are the bread of mankind and staff of life.”

John Dryden

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Bread of Mankind" by John Dryden, 1695

Virtues like kindness are essential daily sustenance for humanity.

In simple terms: Kindness is daily sustenance.

Key Takeaway

Practice kindness daily.

Themes

virtue kindness humanity

Mood

inspirational serene

Type

classical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • community service
  • family life
  • workplace culture

Key Concepts

moral philosophy daily practice

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you embed kindness in routine?
  • What obstacles hinder daily virtue?
A Different Perspective

Virtue alone may not solve systemic issues.

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