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“The true way to improve and ennoble our souls is, by fixing our love on the divine perfections, that we may have them always before us, and derive an impression of them on ourselves; and, "beholding with open face, as in a glass, the glory of the Lord, we may be changed into the same image, from…” quote by Henry Scougal
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““The true way to improve and ennoble our souls is, by fixing our love on the divine perfections, that we may have them always before us, and derive an impression of them on ourselves; and, "beholding with open face, as in a glass, the glory of the Lord, we may be changed into the same image, from glory to glory.””

Henry Scougal

About This Quote

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

Spiritual growth comes from focusing on divine perfection, mirroring it to become holy.

In simple terms: Fixing love on divine perfection transforms us.

Key Takeaway

Seek divine perfection to shape character.

Themes

spirituality self‑improvement divine imitation

Mood

reverent hopeful

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal meditation
  • religious study groups
  • ethical training

Key Concepts

theology moral transformation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does divine perfection mean to you?
  • How can you embody higher virtues daily?
A Different Perspective

Interpretations of "divine perfection" vary.

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