Since you cannot do good to all, you are to pay special attention to those who, by the accidents of time, or place, or circumstances, are brought into closer connection with you.

Quote Summary

This quote by Saint Augustine urges us to focus on those who are closely connected to us due to the accidents of time, place, or circumstances. It highlights the importance of directing our efforts towards benefiting those individuals, even if we cannot help everyone.

attention connection good

Quote by Saint Augustine

Saint, Roman

Saint Augustine was a theologian, philosopher, and bishop who lived in the Roman Empire. He is considered one of the most influential Christian thinkers in Western history.

Share Quote

More Quotes from Saint Augustine

Pray as though everything depended on God. Work as though everything depended on you. Read Summary

Resentment is like drinking poison and waiting for the other person to die. Read Summary

Oh Lord, give me chastity, but do not give it yet. Read Summary

He who created us without our help will not save us without our consent. Read Summary

Punishment is justice for the unjust. Read Summary

Complete abstinence is easier than perfect moderation. Read Summary

Patience is the companion of wisdom. Read Summary

O Lord, help me to be pure, but not yet. Read Summary

O Holy Spirit, descend plentifully into my heart. Enlighten the dark corners of this neglected dwelling and scatter there Thy cheerful beams. Read Summary

Since you cannot do good to all, you are to pay special attention to those who, by the accidents of time, or place, or circumstances, are brought into closer connection with you. Read Summary

"BrickWords

Since you cannot do good to all, you are to pay special attention to those who, by the accidents of time, or place, or circumstances, are brought into closer connection with you.