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Good sister Quote by Penny Reid

“Do you honestly think God would make a creature as lovely and talented and good as your sister, and then make the way she looks something sinful? Something to be ashamed of? No. He wouldn’t. If anything, your sister—her face, her body, her mind, and her heart—give glory to Him. And she shouldn’t…” quote by Penny Reid
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““Do you honestly think God would make a creature as lovely and talented and good as your sister, and then make the way she looks something sinful? Something to be ashamed of? No. He wouldn’t. If anything, your sister—her face, her body, her mind, and her heart—give glory to Him. And she shouldn’t be hidden. You don’t hide something that remarkable away from the world, like your parents have done, like you want to do. That’s the true sin.””

Penny Reid

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Secret Sister, 2021

A sister's beauty and virtue should be celebrated, not hidden; concealment is the real sin.

In simple terms: Celebrate and share remarkable gifts, don’t hide them.

Key Takeaway

Honor and reveal what is wonderful.

Themes

family acceptance visibility

Mood

empathetic encouraging

Type

inspirational ethical

When to use this quote

  • family gatherings
  • social media
  • public speaking
  • advocacy

Key Concepts

celebration of virtue social stigma

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you support others in showing their gifts?
  • What barriers keep you from celebrating talent?
A Different Perspective

Fear of judgment may prevent sharing.

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