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Contagion Quote by Pope Francis

“If evil is contagious, so is good:therefore, we must allow good to abound in us, more and more;let us be infected by goodness, and let us spread the good contagion.” quote by Pope Francis
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“If evil is contagious, so is good:therefore, we must allow good to abound in us, more and more;let us be infected by goodness, and let us spread the good contagion.”

Pope Francis

About This Quote

Source Encyclical: Fratelli Tutti, 2020

Goodness spreads like a contagion; by embodying and sharing goodness, we counteract evil.

In simple terms: Good spreads when shared.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate and share kindness.

Themes

morality contagion goodness evil

Mood

hopeful uplifting motivational

Type

religious philosophical

When to use this quote

  • community service
  • personal development
  • education
  • leadership

Key Concepts

spirituality social ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you become a conduit for goodness?
  • What obstacles prevent spreading kindness?
A Different Perspective

Goodness can be hindered by cynicism and indifference.

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