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Whosoever obeyeth the devil, casteth himself down: for the…

“Whosoever obeyeth the devil, casteth himself down: for the devil may suggest, compel he cannot.” quote by Francis Quarles
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“Whosoever obeyeth the devil, casteth himself down: for the devil may suggest, compel he cannot.”

Francis Quarles

About This Quote

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

Obeying evil leads to self‑destruction; the devil cannot compel what it cannot give.

In simple terms: Evil obeyers self‑destruct.

Key Takeaway

Resist temptation.

Themes

morality spirituality temptation self‑control

Mood

cautionary inspirational

Type

religious philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • religious practice
  • leadership
  • counseling

Key Concepts

theology ethical philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What temptations do you face?
  • How does resistance shape character?
A Different Perspective

Temptation can be subtle.

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