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For the Divine Being cannot be declared as it exists: but…

“For the Divine Being cannot be declared as it exists: but as we who are fettered in the flesh were able to listen, so the prophets spake to us; the Lord savingly accommodating Himself to the weakness of men.” quote by Clement of Alexandria
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“For the Divine Being cannot be declared as it exists: but as we who are fettered in the flesh were able to listen, so the prophets spake to us; the Lord savingly accommodating Himself to the weakness of men.”

Clement of Alexandria

About This Quote

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

Divine truth is beyond human description; prophets convey it in terms we can grasp, adapting to human weakness.

In simple terms: God is beyond words; prophets translate for us.

Key Takeaway

Seek understanding through humble interpretation.

Themes

theity humility interpretation

Mood

reverent thoughtful

Type

theological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • religious study
  • personal reflection
  • teaching
  • spiritual counseling

Key Concepts

theology communication anthropology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do we balance divine mystery with human explanation?
  • Can humility improve our grasp of the sacred?
A Different Perspective

Human language may never fully capture the divine.

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