We shall not be well so long as we love and admire…
“We shall not be well so long as we love and admire anything more than we love and admire God.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Human love for anything beyond God indicates misplaced devotion, urging exclusive reverence for the divine.
In simple terms: Love God above all else.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize divine love.
Themes
spirituality
idolatry
devotion
humility
theology
Mood
contemplative
devotional
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal worship
- church teaching
- ethical decision making
- daily prayer
Key Concepts
Monotheism
ethical hierarchy
faith practice
Questions to Reflect On
- What does loving God mean in daily life?
- How to balance love for people and love for God?
A Different Perspective
May dismiss legitimate human affection.