Communion Quote by William Osler
“Start at once a bedside library and spend the last half hour of the day in communion with the saints of humanity.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Physician’s Library”, 1905
Encourages daily reading of literature to connect with humanity’s collective wisdom and experience.
In simple terms: Read daily to connect with humanity.
Cultivate a bedside library for growth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- clinical practice
- personal development
- teaching
- patient care
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What books enrich your practice?
- How does reading influence empathy?
Time constraints may limit reading habit.