@MissKathleen The confusion I think comes from you suggesting the substitution of "pryche,", but the quoted text using the original word, "soul," Psyche works perfectly well. In fact, it works better.

@MissKathleen Admirable sentiment, but many humans are NOT accepted as they are. Depending on the specific reason, they may not DESERVE to be accepted, or are too irretrievable from the depths of decrepitude. If they cannot or will not change, what of them? My point? These bromides are simplistic at times. If the sage is speaking only of surface imperfections, a skilled gemsmith may tease out hidden treasures. A mental or emotional malady diagnosed and cured, releasing enormous potential. But a psychopathic killer? Beyond repair. A hopelessly retarded cripple can be pitied, and provided charitable lodgings yes, but accepted? A mildly damaged psyche can be soothed, comforted, and given a new lease on life, but a unrepentant pedophile? Throw away the key. So although it would be nice to follow the example the fictitious Christ or Mother Theresa, even the most 'saintly' human being has his or her limits. Or am I being contrarian for its own sake?