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You never get to the end of Christ's words. There is…

“You never get to the end of Christ's words. There is something in them always behind. They pass into proverbs--they pass into laws--they pass into doctrines--they pass into consolations; but they never pass away, and, after all the use that is made of them, they are still not exhausted.” quote by Arthur Penrhyn Stanley
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“You never get to the end of Christ's words. There is something in them always behind. They pass into proverbs--they pass into laws--they pass into doctrines--they pass into consolations; but they never pass away, and, after all the use that is made of them, they are still not exhausted.”

Arthur Penrhyn Stanley

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Christ's teachings are inexhaustible, continually reshaping into proverbs, laws, doctrines, and comforts.

In simple terms: His words never run out of meaning.

Key Takeaway

Study and apply teachings continually.

Themes

spirituality endurance interpretation legacy

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

theological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • religious education
  • personal reflection
  • legal foundations

Key Concepts

theology literary analysis cultural transmission

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you keep ancient teachings relevant?
  • When do you let tradition guide versus innovate?
A Different Perspective

Interpretations can become rigid, limiting fresh insight.

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