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“When apostasy comes, it is because the spirit of revelation departs from us. The wire is broken between us and the source of truth. We cannot understand, though truth be spoken, since we are not possessed of the spirit of truth. We misunderstand and misinterpret.” quote by John A. Widtsoe
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““When apostasy comes, it is because the spirit of revelation departs from us. The wire is broken between us and the source of truth. We cannot understand, though truth be spoken, since we are not possessed of the spirit of truth. We misunderstand and misinterpret.””

John A. Widtsoe

About This Quote

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

When revelation fades, we lose the ability to grasp truth, leading to misunderstanding and misinterpretation.

In simple terms: Loss of revelation causes misunderstanding.

Key Takeaway

Seek spiritual renewal to understand truth.

Themes

faith revelation misunderstanding

Mood

reflective serious

Type

theological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal study
  • prayer
  • community worship
  • biblical teaching

Key Concepts

spiritual perception truth interpretation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can one restore the spirit of truth?
  • What practices nurture spiritual insight?
A Different Perspective

Even with truth spoken, without spirit it remains unclear.

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