Serve the oppressed, the needy and the slum-dwellers for they are our benefactors!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Those who are poor and marginalized provide moral value and should be served by society.
- In plain terms
- Help the poor because they give us purpose.
- What can you take from it?
- Serve the needy as they enrich society.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who do you serve in your community?
- How does helping others benefit you?
Another view
Some argue systemic change is needed over individual service.
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