Four things a man must learn to do If he would make his record true: To think without confusion clearly; To love his fellow-men sincerely; To act from honest motives purely; To trust in God and Heaven securely.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Four rules for a true life: think clearly, love sincerely, act purely, trust securely.
- In plain terms
- To live well, think, love, act, and trust with honesty.
- What can you take from it?
- Practice clarity, sincerity, purity, and trust daily.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you live truly?
- What guides your actions?
Another view
Perfect sincerity is rarely achieved.
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