that the endurance of suffering alone, without desire, was…
““that the endurance of suffering alone, without desire, was not sufficient to punish a fault.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Enduring suffering without desire is insufficient to punish moral faults.
In simple terms: Suffering alone isn’t enough.
Cultivate desire for good.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- confession
- spiritual direction
- ethical reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What role does desire play in virtue?
- How can desire be aligned with morality?
May misinterpret desire.