Quotes about Goodness
This entire most beautiful order of good things is going to pass away after its measure has been exhausted; for both morning and evening were made in them.
— St. Augustine
Charity is the form, mover, mother and root of all the virtues.
— St. Thomas Aquinas
I had a father and mother, who were devout and feared God. Our Lord also helped me with His grace. All this would have been enough to make me good, if I had not been so wicked.
— Teresa of Avila
The answer is surprisingly simple. Just do right. Live an honorable life.
— Lou Holtz
Although we are never glad when tragedy visits, we can be aware and seize the opportunity to do good in this world, even in the midst of tragedy.
— Jim Rohn
Why wouldn't we run to God. He's sooo good. God's not mad at anybody. He just wants to help us be the best that we can be.
— Joyce Meyer
It is not enough just to wish well; we must also do well.
— Ambrose of Milan
Every act, every deed of justice and mercy and benevolence, makes heavenly music in Heaven.
— Ellen White
If a man is not good, what has he to do with the rules of propriety? If he is not good, what has he to do with music?
— Confucius
Do not look for evil. Look for the goodness of God all around you. As you look for signs of His Presence, many more opportunities will occur for you to bless people and share God's true nature.
— Graham Cooke
Sincerity and truth are the basis of every virtue.
— Confucius
Friendship is given us by nature, not to favor vice, but to aid virtue.
— Cicero