Charity Quote by Reinhold Niebuhr
“I wouldn't judge a man by the presuppositions of his life, but only by the fruits of his life. And the fruits - the relevant fruits - are, I'd say, a sense of charity, a sense of proportion, a sense of justice.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: 1941
Judge people by deeds, not assumptions; charity, proportion, justice are essential virtues.
In simple terms: Judge by actions, not background.
Key Takeaway
Focus on tangible outcomes.
Themes
morality
justice
charity
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- community service
- legal judgments
- personal conduct
Key Concepts
ethical evaluation
social virtue
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assess someone's true impact?
- What balances charity and justice?
A Different Perspective
Deeds may be hidden or misinterpreted.
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