Vocation

Vocation

A vocation (Latin vocātiō - a call, summons) is an occupation to which a person is specially drawn or for which he or she is suited, trained, or qualified. Though now often used in non-religious contexts, the meanings of the term originated in Christianity.

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Famous quotes containing the word vocation:

    “A vocation makes us unthinking; that is its greatest blessing. For it is a bulwark behind which we are permitted to withdraw when commonplace doubts and cares assail us.”
    —Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900)

    “Writing is not a profession, but a vocation of unhappiness.”
    —Georges Simenon (1903–1985)

    “Many people mistake our work for our vocation. Our vocation is the love of Jesus.”
    —Mother Teresa (b. 1910)