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What does it mean?
Guide a lost person with compassion rather than mockery, showing them truth so they will follow.
In plain terms
Help a misguided person kindly and show them the right way.
What can you take from it?
Compassionate guidance leads to positive change.

Where it applies

  • teaching a struggling friend
  • counseling a lost colleague

Putting it to work

  • listen and point out truth
  • avoid ridicule

Questions to consider

  • How can you show truth without offending?
  • When is it appropriate to step back?

Another view

If the person resists truth, kindness may not be enough.

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