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“Oh, that we fully understood how very opposite our self-righteousness is to the designs of God!” quote by Jeanne Marie Bouvier de la Motte Guyon
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“Oh, that we fully understood how very opposite our self-righteousness is to the designs of God!”

Jeanne Marie Bouvier de la Motte Guyon

About This Quote

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

Human self‑righteousness opposes divine design; humility is essential.

In simple terms: Pride clashes with God's plan.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate humility before God.

Themes

humility divine will pride

Mood

contemplative serious

Type

religious philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal meditation
  • confession
  • spiritual direction
  • ethical decision‑making

Key Concepts

spirituality self‑knowledge theology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What pride hinders your spiritual growth?
  • How can humility reshape your path?
A Different Perspective

Overconfidence can blind one to truth.

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