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“You can always tell when a man is a great ways from God--he is always talking about himself, how good he is. But the moment he sees God by the eye of faith, he is down on his knees, and, like Job, he cries, "Behold I am vile.” quote by Dwight L. Moody
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“You can always tell when a man is a great ways from God--he is always talking about himself, how good he is. But the moment he sees God by the eye of faith, he is down on his knees, and, like Job, he cries, "Behold I am vile.”

Dwight L. Moody

About This Quote

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

True greatness is marked by humility; boasting about oneself signals spiritual emptiness, while sincere humility invites divine connection.

In simple terms: Humility shows greatness.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate humility.

Themes

humility spirituality pride

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

theological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • leadership training
  • counseling
  • faith communities
  • literary analysis

Key Concepts

theology psychology ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can humility be balanced with confidence?
  • What signs indicate genuine humility?
A Different Perspective

Humility can be misinterpreted as weakness in competitive contexts.

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