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“God is greater than anything that man can do or has done. He is not undone by just a train of powder. "Our God is not out of breath because he has blown one tempest and swallowed a Navy: Our God has not burnt out his eyes because he has looked upon a Train of Powder."” quote by Errol Morris
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“God is greater than anything that man can do or has done. He is not undone by just a train of powder. "Our God is not out of breath because he has blown one tempest and swallowed a Navy: Our God has not burnt out his eyes because he has looked upon a Train of Powder."”

Errol Morris

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 asserts that divine power transcends human achievements and even the most destructive forces, emphasizing that God remains unaffected by human-made catastrophes.

In simple terms: Divine supremacy over human actions

Key Takeaway

God's power is limitless

Themes

theology humility power resilience nature

Mood

awe reverence humility

Type

aphorism theological statement

When to use this quote

  • discussing faith after disaster
  • explaining humility in success
  • contrasting human hubris with spiritual perspective

Key Concepts

divine nature human limitation symbolism

Practical Applications

  • theological teaching
  • motivational speaking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does recognizing a higher power change our response to failure?
  • What does this say about human agency?
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