I’d
rather see a sermon than hear one any day,
I’d rather one should walk with me
than merely show the way.
The
eye’s a better pupil and more willing
than the ear;
Fine counsel is confusing, but example’s
always clear;
And
the best of all the preachers are the men
who live their creeds,
For to see the good in action is what everybody
needs.
I
can soon learn how to do it if you’ll
let me see it done.
I can watch your hands in action, but your
tongue too fast may run.
And
the lectures your deliver may be very wise
and true;
But I’d rather get my lesson by observing
what you do.
For
I may misunderstand you and the high advice
you give,
But there’s no misunderstanding how
you act and how you live.
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