# Quote — Thomas Kempis, The Imitation of Christ

> He is truly great that is great in charity. He is truly great that is little in himself, and maketh no account of any height of honor. And he is truly learned that doeth the will of God, and forsaketh his own will.

- Author: [Thomas Kempis](https://www.leafyquotes.com/thomas-kempis.md)
- Book: [The Imitation of Christ](https://www.leafyquotes.com/thomas-kempis/the-imitation-of-christ.md)
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