Don't be afraid to approach him, don't think you are approaching a god, rather a man greater than others, wiser and more sacrificing than others. You bring him back to life a little whenever you think about him and quite a bit whenever you act as he wanted you to act.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Approach great figures as human beings rather than gods. Honoring them through action and thought keeps their legacy alive.
- In plain terms
- Treat great people as humans, not gods, and honor them by acting well.
- What can you take from it?
- Honor great individuals by living according to their values.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do I honor those I admire?
- What actions keep a leaders memory alive?
Another view
Some figures may truly have qualities that seem divine.
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