“those who have done the most for you, those who have stood by you most closely.”
- Source
- Character Building
- Date
- 1902
Meaning of “those who have done the most for you,…”
The phrase directs attention toward the people whose sustained presence and help deserve to be remembered when evaluating one’s own conduct.
Where does it come from?
Character Building, “Have You Done Your Best?”, Project Gutenberg #60484. Washington is asking students to imagine answering to parents or their nearest and dearest friends.