A lot can be said for the infinite mercies of God, but the smarts of a good pharmacist, when you get down to it, is worth more.
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About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Practical skills and tangible solutions are often more valuable than abstract divine mercy.
- In plain terms
- A good pharmacist is more useful than hoping for God's mercy.
- What can you take from it?
- Concrete help matters more than abstract promises.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is practical help better than hope?
- What does utility tell us about value?
Another view
It dismisses spiritual comfort which is vital for many people.
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