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“Drink is in itself a good creature of God, and to be received with thankfulness, but the abuse of drink is from Satan, the wine is from God, but the Drunkard is from the Devil.” quote by Increase Mather
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“Drink is in itself a good creature of God, and to be received with thankfulness, but the abuse of drink is from Satan, the wine is from God, but the Drunkard is from the Devil.”

Increase Mather

About This Quote

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

Drink is a divine gift when used gratefully, but its misuse is harmful and linked to evil.

In simple terms: Drink is good if appreciated, bad if abused.

Key Takeaway

Practice gratitude, avoid excess.

Themes

drink gratitude spirituality morality temptation

Mood

reflective warning

Type

Abuse:1 Creatures:0 Devil:1 Drink:1 Drunkards:0 Godly:0 Gratitude:1 Satan:1 Thankfulness:1 Wine:0 God Drunkard:0 Drink Satan:0 Satan Wine:0 Drunkard Devil:0

When to use this quote

  • religious ceremonies
  • social gatherings
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

theology addiction ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What role does gratitude play in consumption?
  • How can we balance enjoyment and restraint?
A Different Perspective

Abuse can lead to addiction and moral decline.

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