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Almighty Quote by Mother Teresa

“We must not drift away from the humble works, because these are the works nobody will do. It is never too small. We are so small we look at things in a small way. But God, being Almighty, sees everything great. Therefore, even if you write a letter for a blind man or you just go sit and listen, or…” quote by Mother Teresa
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“We must not drift away from the humble works, because these are the works nobody will do. It is never too small. We are so small we look at things in a small way. But God, being Almighty, sees everything great. Therefore, even if you write a letter for a blind man or you just go sit and listen, or you take the mail for him, or you visit somebody or bring a flower to somebody-small things-or wash clothes for somebody, or clean the house. Very humble work, that is where you and I must be. For there are many people who can do big things. But there are very few people who will do the small things.”

Mother Teresa

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public address on humility, 1970s

Emphasizes that modest, humble acts are vital, as God values all deeds, especially small, caring gestures toward others.

In simple terms: Small acts of kindness matter greatly.

Key Takeaway

Practice humility through everyday service.

Themes

humility service compassion spirituality

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • helping neighbors
  • visiting the sick
  • delivering mail to the blind
  • offering flowers
  • washing clothes

Key Concepts

theology ethical conduct social ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small act can you do today for someone in need?
  • How does humility shape your view of service?
A Different Perspective

Large‑scale projects can eclipse small deeds, but both are needed.

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