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Avoid,Profaneness; come not here: Nothing but holy, pure…

“Avoid,Profaneness; come not here: Nothing but holy, pure, and clear, Or that which groaneth to be so, May at his peril further go.” quote by George Herbert
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“Avoid,Profaneness; come not here: Nothing but holy, pure, and clear, Or that which groaneth to be so, May at his peril further go.”

George Herbert

About This Quote

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

The speaker warns against impurity, urging only holiness and clarity to be present, lest one suffer consequences.

In simple terms: Avoid impurity, seek holiness.

Key Takeaway

Choose purity over sin.

Themes

morality spirituality purity

Mood

contemplative serious

Type

poetic spiritual

When to use this quote

  • church services
  • personal reflection
  • teaching
  • spiritual counseling

Key Concepts

religious devotion ethical conduct

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you keep your thoughts pure?
  • What does holiness mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Pure intent may be hard to maintain in a corrupt world.

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