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“Love proves itself by deeds, so how am I to show my love? Great deeds are forbidden me. The only way I can prove my love is by scattering flowers and these flowers are every little sacrifice, every glance and word, and the doing of the least actions for love.” quote by Therese of Lisieux
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“Love proves itself by deeds, so how am I to show my love? Great deeds are forbidden me. The only way I can prove my love is by scattering flowers and these flowers are every little sacrifice, every glance and word, and the doing of the least actions for love.”

Therese of Lisieux

About This Quote

Source Autobiography: Story of a Soul, 1922

Love is shown through small sacrifices and kind actions rather than grand gestures.

In simple terms: Love expressed in tiny acts.

Key Takeaway

Practice daily kindness.

Themes

love service humility

Mood

gentle devotional

Type

spiritual practical

When to use this quote

  • family care
  • volunteering
  • random acts of kindness

Key Concepts

sacrificial love everyday devotion spiritual practice

Questions to Reflect On

  • What tiny act can you do today?
  • How do you measure love?
A Different Perspective

Small acts may feel insufficient.

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