My effort should never be to undermine another's faith but to make him a better follower of his own faith.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Respect others' religious beliefs by helping them deepen their own faith rather than converting them.
- In plain terms
- Help others follow their own faith better.
- What can you take from it?
- Respect and strengthen other people's faiths.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you respect others' beliefs?
- What does faith mean to you?
Another view
It assumes everyone wants to deepen their existing faith.
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