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It is time that the Protestant Church, the Church of the…

“It is time that the Protestant Church, the Church of the Son, should be one again with the Roman Catholic Church, the Church of the Father. It is time that man shall cease, first to live in the flesh, with joy, and then, unsatisfied, to renounce and to mortify the flesh.” quote by D. H. Lawrence
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“It is time that the Protestant Church, the Church of the Son, should be one again with the Roman Catholic Church, the Church of the Father. It is time that man shall cease, first to live in the flesh, with joy, and then, unsatisfied, to renounce and to mortify the flesh.”

D. H. Lawrence

About This Quote

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

The quote calls for unity between Protestant and Catholic churches and urges humanity to move beyond bodily desires toward spiritual fulfillment.

In simple terms: Seek church unity and transcend physical cravings.

Key Takeaway

Pursue spiritual unity and self‑discipline.

Themes

religion unity spirituality

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • interfaith dialogue
  • personal meditation
  • ethical decision‑making

Key Concepts

ecumenism asceticism human nature

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can individuals balance bodily needs with spiritual goals?
  • What obstacles hinder church unity?
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