If you cannot be the prayer,
at least do not become the condemnation.
If you cannot be the light that guides,
at least do not become the obstacle that hinders.
If you cannot offer alms,
at least offer a word of comfort.
If you cannot reach apathy,
at least remain in repentance.
If you cannot be the love that sacrifices,
at least do not become the hatred that divides.
If you cannot shed tears,
at least let your heart be broken.
If you cannot gain virtue,
at least do not take pride in your downfall
If you cannot be the harbor of the persecuted,
at least do not become the oppressor of the weak.
If you cannot forget the wound,
at least do not return the blow.
If you cannot embrace your enemy,
at least do not curse him in your thoughts.
If you cannot be the source of joy,
at least do not become the medicine of whining.
