From those to whom much is given, much is expected.
Bill Gates quotes his mother’s expression in his 2007 Commencement Address at Harvard.
It’s not a new sentiment, but it never hurts to be reminded. Makes me consider my goals in a broader context.
Thanks, Anil — we’ve barely met, but I appreciate the sparks you share.
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1 Alan // Jul 8, 2007 at 6:59 pm
Its a good reminder; my boss reminded me of it from time to time (a subtle hint to be a bit more productive!). Its a very old statement — something that Jesus said in the Bible in Luke 12:48 and parallel passages in the other gospels. http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Luke%2012:48;&version=31;
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