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Dorothy Day
Dorothy Day (1897–1980) was an American journalist, social activist, and Catholic convert who co‑founded the Catholic Worker Movement to serve the poor and promote social justice. She emphasized lived witness and hospitality, encapsulated by her remark, "The best sermons are lived, not preached."
Quotes: 2
Quotes by Dorothy Day
Living One's Values: The Sermon of Action Over Words
Dorothy Day’s quote distills the profound belief that actions resonate more powerfully than rhetoric. By asserting that 'the best sermons are lived, not preached,' Day elevates the impact of living one’s beliefs above me...
Created on: 7/10/2025
True Spirit: Acting Without Expectation of Reward
Dorothy Day’s observation pinpoints the essence of true spirit: acting without anticipation of reciprocation. This notion asks us to shift our motivation from seeking tangible gains to embracing a sense of duty or compas...
Created on: 6/17/2025