Character Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
“There is no quality I would rather have, and be thought to have, than gratitude. For it is not only the greatest virtue, but is the mother of all the rest.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: On Gratitude, Cicero, 45 BC
Gratitude is the supreme virtue and the source of all other virtues.
In simple terms: Gratitude is the mother of all virtues.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate gratitude daily.
Themes
gratitude
virtue
ethics
Mood
thoughtful
appreciative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- leadership
- community service
- mental health
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What virtues arise from gratitude?
- How can gratitude be practiced in hardship?
A Different Perspective
Gratitude alone may not guarantee moral behavior.
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