Characteristics Quote by Mother Teresa
“Our life of contemplation shall retain the following characteristics: —missionary: by going out physically or in spirit in search of souls all over the universe. —contemplative: by gathering the whole universe at the very center of our hearts where the Lord of the universe abides, and allowing the pure water of divine grace to flow plentifully and unceasingly from the source itself, on the whole of his creation. —universal: by praying and contemplating with all and for all, especially with and for the spiritually poorest of the poor.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Mission Statement, Mother Teresa, 1970s
A call to live a life of active service, deep inner prayer, and universal compassion toward all, especially the most needy.
In simple terms: Live actively, pray deeply, love universally.
Key Takeaway
Serve, pray, love all.
Themes
service
compassion
spirituality
universality
Mood
hopeful
determined
compassionate
Type
inspirational
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- missionary work
- prayer groups
- charitable outreach
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
missionary work
contemplative prayer
universal love
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you integrate prayer into daily service?
- What does “universal” compassion look like in your community?
A Different Perspective
Balancing external service with inner contemplation can be challenging.
