All things Quote by Philip James Bailey
“The goodness of the heart is shown in deeds Of peacefulness and kindness. Hand and heart Are one thing with the good, as thou should'st be. Do my words trouble thee? then treasure them, Pain overgot gives peace, as death doth Heaven. All things that speak of Heaven speak of peace.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Goodness of the Heart" by Philip James Bailey, 1855
A virtuous heart reveals itself through calm, kind actions, and true words bring peace despite pain.
In simple terms: Kind deeds show a good heart; peace follows sincere words.
Key Takeaway
Act kindly and speak truthfully.
Themes
kindness
peace
integrity
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
poetic
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- conflict resolution
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
virtue
inner harmony
ethical conduct
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you align your deeds with your words?
- What does peace mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Peace may be fragile if actions contradict words.
