“It is a kingly act to assist the fallen.”

— Mother Teresa

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“It is a kingly act to assist the fallen.”

— Mother Teresa Mother Teresa
(August 26 , 1910 -- September 5 , 1997)
Origin: Albanian-Indian
Known for: MissionaryNun
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Mother Teresa highlights that helping those who have suffered a setback is a noble and high-status act of humanity. For community leaders, reaching down to help someone get back on their feet is the ultimate expression of power. These mother teresa helping quotes inspire us to practice true compassion.
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Mother Teresa was an Albanian-Indian nun and humanitarian. Their most powerful quotes on life, success and human nature are collected here for daily inspiration and reflection.

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This quote is attributed to Mother Teresa. Mother Teresa was an Albanian-Indian nun and humanitarian. Their most powerful quotes on life, success and human nature are collected here for daily inspiration and…

Mother Teresa highlights that helping those who have suffered a setback is a noble and high-status act of humanity. For community leaders, reaching down to help someone get back on their feet is the ultimate expression of power. These mother teresa helping quotes inspire us to practice true compassion.

The wording and attribution are documented at en.wikiquote.org. Use the original source linked on this page to verify the exact phrasing and context.

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