Cold is thy heart and as frozen as Charity!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A harsh insult suggesting the person lacks compassion.
- In plain terms
- You have no kindness in you.
- What can you take from it?
- Compassion is essential for a good heart.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is coldness justified?
- How do you show charity?
Another view
It shuts down dialogue rather than solving problems.
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