We know nothing like the divine holiness. It stands apart…
“We know nothing like the divine holiness. It stands apart, unique, unapproachable, incomprehensibl e and unattainable... Holy is the way God is. To be holy He does not conform to a standard. He is that standard.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Divine holiness is portrayed as utterly transcendent, beyond human standards and comprehension, existing as the ultimate benchmark itself.
In simple terms: God’s holiness is beyond human reach and is the ultimate standard.
Recognize the limits of human standards before God.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- theological study
- ethical decision making
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond when faced with the incomprehensible?
- What standards do you set for yourself?
Human concepts cannot fully capture divine mystery.