I believe in Providence and I believe Providence to be just. Therefore I believe that Providence always rewards the strong, the industrious, and the upright.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker claims that a just higher power rewards those who are strong, hardworking, and moral.
- In plain terms
- Hard work and morality are rewarded by a fair higher power.
- What can you take from it?
- Strength and industry are valued traits.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is success always a sign of virtue?
- Who defines what is strong or upright?
Another view
This view ignores systemic barriers that prevent the poor or weak from succeeding.
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