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“But it is interesting to notice that, while the soul is the meeting-point of the elements of our being in this present life, the spirit will be the ruling power in our resurrection state. For the first man Adam was made a living soul, but the last Adam a quickening Spirit;[151] and that which is…” quote by G.H. Pember
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““But it is interesting to notice that, while the soul is the meeting-point of the elements of our being in this present life, the spirit will be the ruling power in our resurrection state. For the first man Adam was made a living soul, but the last Adam a quickening Spirit;[151] and that which is sown a psychic body is raised a spiritual body.[152] The””

G.H. Pember

About This Quote

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

The soul is the present life’s core, while the spirit governs the resurrected existence, contrasting Adam and the “last Adam”.

In simple terms: Soul is now, spirit rules after death.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the soul‑spirit distinction.

Themes

theity afterlife spirituality

Mood

contemplative thoughtful

Type

theological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • Personal reflection
  • sermons
  • study groups

Key Concepts

Resurrection dualism theology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this view affect moral choices?
  • What does “quickening Spirit” mean?
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