Once [a soul] is condemned by God, then God's friends…
![“Once [a soul] is condemned by God, then God's friends agree in God's judgment and condemnation. For all eternity they will not have a kind thought for this wretch. Rather they will be satisfied to see him in the flames as a victim of God's justice. ("The just shall rejoice when he shall see the…” quote by Anthony Mary Claret](https://sms4smile.com/q/i/1e1/anthony-mary-claret-29823_agree_once-a-soul-is-condemned-by-god-then-god_2046580.jpg)
“Once [a soul] is condemned by God, then God's friends agree in God's judgment and condemnation. For all eternity they will not have a kind thought for this wretch. Rather they will be satisfied to see him in the flames as a victim of God's justice. ("The just shall rejoice when he shall see the revenge . . ." Psalm 57:11) They will abhor him. A mother will look from paradise upon her own condemned son without being moved, as though she had never known him.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Condemnation by divine authority leads others to share in the judgment, denying compassion for the condemned.
In simple terms: God's judgment makes others hostile toward the condemned.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the danger of aligning with punitive judgment.
Themes
justice
compassion
judgment
spirituality
Mood
solemn
reflective
Type
theological
ethical
When to use this quote
- church teachings
- personal conscience
- community response
- moral decision making
Key Concepts
theology
human nature
empathy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does you judgment affect our capacity for mercy?
- Can we balance justice with compassion?
A Different Perspective
This view may overlook the possibility of repentance and forgiveness.