Zeal to do all that is in one's power is, in truth, a proof of piety.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Doing everything in one's power proves piety and devotion.
- In plain terms
- Doing all you can shows you are pious.
- What can you take from it?
- Maximize effort to show devotion.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is effort enough to show piety?
- Do you give your all to duties?
Another view
Effort alone may not guarantee piety without right intent.
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