Next to being the children of God our greatest privilege is being the brothers of each other.
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About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Being siblings to one another is nearly as important a privilege as being children of God. Brotherhood among people is a high honor.
- In plain terms
- Being brothers and sisters to each other is a great privilege next to being God's children.
- What can you take from it?
- Human fellowship is a profound gift alongside faith.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What privileges do you value most?
- How do you treat others?
Another view
The quote assumes a shared spiritual framework that not all readers accept.
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