Able Quote by Thomas a Kempis
“To be able to live peaceably with hard and perverse persons, or with the disorderly, or with such as go contrary to us, is a great grace.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Imitation of Christ, Thomas à Kempis, 1418
Living peacefully with difficult people is a profound virtue that requires patience and humility.
In simple terms: Peace with hard people is grace.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate patience and humility.
Themes
patience
humility
grace
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
ethical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- workplace conflicts
- community meetings
- online discussions
Key Concepts
Christian ethics
interpersonal harmony
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice patience without enabling bad behavior?
- What boundaries help maintain peace?
A Different Perspective
Hard personalities may resist change despite your efforts.
