A convert's enthusiasm for his new religion is greater than a person who is born in it.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- New converts often show more zeal than lifelong adherents.
- In plain terms
- Recent believers are usually more excited than those raised in the faith.
- What can you take from it?
- Expect stronger enthusiasm from new converts than from natives.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is enthusiasm a sign of depth?
- How do you sustain passion?
Another view
Long-term members may contribute more steadily despite less noise.
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