There are no infidels anywhere but on earth: there are…
“There are no infidels anywhere but on earth: there are none in heaven, and there are none in hell. Atheism is a strange thing. Even the devils never fell into that vice, for the devils believe and tremble. And there are some of the devil's children that have gone beyond their father in sin, but how will it look when they are for ever lost?”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He argues that only on earth are people labeled infidels; heaven and hell have no such categories, and even devils are not infidels.
In simple terms: Infidels exist only on earth; divine realms are beyond such labels.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the limits of earthly judgments.
Themes
theology
human nature
judgment
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- missionary work
- interfaith dialogue
- ethical debates
- personal belief formation
Key Concepts
religious doctrine
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does labeling others as infidels achieve?
- Can compassion replace judgment?
A Different Perspective
The view may oversimplify complex theological perspectives on afterlife.