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Goodwill Quote by Walter Scott

“and that which is done of goodwill must, to my thinking, be accepted favourably. Had” quote by Walter Scott
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““and that which is done of goodwill must, to my thinking, be accepted favourably. Had””

Walter Scott

About This Quote

Source Book: Ivanhoe by Walter Scott, 1819

Acts of goodwill should be welcomed and appreciated, reflecting a positive moral stance.

In simple terms: Good deeds deserve positive reception.

Key Takeaway

Accept kindness graciously.

Themes

ethics gratitude social harmony

Mood

warm reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • volunteering
  • teamwork
  • community service

Key Concepts

morality reciprocity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you respond when kindness is taken for granted?
  • What can you do to encourage appreciation of good deeds?
A Different Perspective

Goodwill may be misinterpreted or exploited.

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