"I have taken this step because I want the discipline, the fire and the authority of the Church. I am hopelessly unworthy of it, but I hope to become worthy"
- Edith Sitwell
About this Quote
This quote by Edith Sitwell talks to her desire to be part of the Church and to be disciplined and held to a higher standard. She acknowledges her own unworthiness, but expresses her hope that she can become deserving of the Church's authority. This quote speaks to her commitment to self-improvement and her desire to be part of something higher than herself. It also speaks with her humbleness and her willingness to accept criticism and assistance in order to become a much better individual. This quote is a testament to her strength of character and her commitment to her faith. It is a tip that we all have the potential to become better versions of ourselves, no matter how not worthy we may feel.
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