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“He that lives in sin, and looks for happiness hereafter, is like him that soweth cockle and thinks to fill his barn with wheat or barley.” quote by John Bunyan
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““He that lives in sin, and looks for happiness hereafter, is like him that soweth cockle and thinks to fill his barn with wheat or barley.””

John Bunyan

About This Quote

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

Living in sin while hoping for future happiness is futile, like planting useless crops expecting a grain harvest.

In simple terms: Sinful living blocks true happiness.

Key Takeaway

Avoid sin, seek genuine fulfillment.

Themes

morality spirituality consequences

Mood

reflective serious

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • spiritual growth
  • life planning

Key Concepts

Christian ethics future expectation

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can you identify areas where you trade short‑term pleasure for long‑term loss?
  • What does “true happiness” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

True happiness cannot be earned through immoral means.

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