Saint Hilary saith these words plainly in the ninth canon…
““Saint Hilary saith these words plainly in the ninth canon upon Matthew: ‘Faith only justifieth.’ 14 And Saint Basil, a Greek author, writeth thus: ‘This is a perfect and whole rejoicing in God when a man avaunteth not himself for his own righteousness, but knowledgeth himself to lack true justice and righteousness, and to be justified by the only faith in Christ. 15””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Faith alone justifies; true righteousness arises from humility and divine justice.
In simple terms: Faith justifies, humility yields righteousness.
Cultivate humble faith.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- church teaching
- personal prayer
- ethical decision‑making
- community service
- spiritual formation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humility shape your faith?
- What does justice mean to you?
Rigid doctrine may ignore personal experience.