We are like the moon. The moon shines anyway, but it does not produce its own light. It reflects the light illuminated onto its surface by the Sun and is never proud to say "I am the source of light"....
Pets reflect you like mirrors. When you are happy, you can see your dog smiling and when you are sad, your cat cries.
The mockery towards the ignorant reflects ignorance.
The principles you pursue becomes a worth when it reflects