What would a man of God say, who felt aright, when Joseph…
“What would a man of God say, who felt aright, when Joseph asked him for his money? He would say, 'Yes, and I wish I had more to help to build up the Kingdom of God.' Or if he came and said 'I want your wife?' 'O Yes,' he would say, 'here she is, there are plenty more.' ... Did the Prophet Joseph want every man's wife he asked for? He did not... If such a man of God should come to me and say, 'I want your gold and silver, or your wives,' I should say, 'Here they are, I wish I had more to give you, take all I have got.'”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A man of God would eagerly give everything, even beyond what is asked, reflecting extreme generosity or blind obedience.
In simple terms: Blind generosity without discernment.
Key Takeaway
Beware of giving without wisdom.
Themes
generosity
obedience
faith
excess
blindness
Mood
conflicted
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- religious counseling
- charitable giving
- personal boundaries
- financial decisions
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
altruism
Questions to Reflect On
- What limits should be set on generosity?
- How to balance selflessness with self‑preservation?
A Different Perspective
Such giving can enable exploitation or loss.