This quote by Mary Baker Eddy encourages us to decline hatred without allowing it to consume us. It is a reminder that we can withstand hatred without becoming despiteful ourselves. We can turn down hatred without becoming hateful or bitter. We can stand up for what is right without becoming angry or resentful. We can be firm in our beliefs without becoming hostile or aggressive. We can be passionate about our values without ending up being despiteful or intolerant. We can be strong in our convictions without ending up being despiteful or spiteful. We can be thoughtful and understanding without ending up being despiteful or vengeful. We can be loving and kind without becoming despiteful or spiteful. We can be firm in our beliefs without becoming hateful or resentful. We can be enthusiastic about our worths without ending up being despiteful or intolerant. We can turn down hatred without disliking.
