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Christ is born to bring hope and joy also to whole communities of people – the exiles, the deported, the tortured, the silenced.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":29,"quote_text":30,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":31,"source":32,"quote_tag":33,"commentary":9},3514486,"And if we are not yet one in live at least we are one in sin, which is no mean bond because it preludes the possibility of separation through judgment.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":35,"quote_text":36,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":37,"source":38,"quote_tag":39,"commentary":9},3514473,"There are two ways to be powerful. One is to seek and acquire power, the other is not to need it. There are also two ways to be rich. One is to gain riches, and the other is not to need them.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":41,"quote_text":42,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":43,"source":44,"quote_tag":45,"commentary":9},3514456,"It is bad religion to deify doctrines and creeds... Doctrines, let’s not forget, supported slavery and apartheid... Moreover, doctrines can divide while compassion can only unite.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":47,"quote_text":48,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":49,"source":50,"quote_tag":51,"commentary":52},3514447,"We don’t have to be “successful,” only valuable. We don’t have to make money, only a difference, and particularly in the lives society counts least and puts last.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\nThis quote is reminiscent of William Sloane Coffin's activism and commitment to social justice during the 1960s. As a chaplain at Yale University, Coffin was known for his impassioned speeches and writings against racism and war. This particular sentiment reflects his emphasis on making a positive impact rather than solely pursuing success or wealth.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nThe quote reveals a counter-intuitive truth that societal success is often measured in material wealth and prestige, yet Coffin challenges this notion by suggesting that true value lies in making a difference, particularly in the lives of those marginalized. This paradox highlights the tension between societal expectations and personal values, inviting us to reevaluate what truly matters.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo apply this mindset today, consider shifting your focus from external validation (e.g., job title, salary) to internal motivation (e.g., making a positive impact). Prioritize activities that allow you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, even if they don't lead to traditional success or financial gain.",{"id":54,"quote_text":55,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":56,"source":57,"quote_tag":58,"commentary":9},3514436,"Spirituality means to me living the ordinary life extraordinarily well. 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