And yet there is an anger that purifies the heart: The anger of the better against the baser part, Against the false and wicked, against the tyrant's sword, Against the enemies of love, and all that hate the Lord.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Righteous anger against evil can cleanse the heart.
- In plain terms
- Being angry at injustice helps you stay true.
- What can you take from it?
- Use anger to fuel change against bad systems.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is anger good?
- What do you oppose?
Another view
Anger can easily turn destructive.
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