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Humiliation is the beginning of sanctification; and as…

“Humiliation is the beginning of sanctification; and as without this, without holiness, no man shall see God, though he pore whole nights upon his Bible; so without that, without humility, no man shall hear God speak to his soul, though he hear three two-hour sermons every day.” quote by John Donne
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“Humiliation is the beginning of sanctification; and as without this, without holiness, no man shall see God, though he pore whole nights upon his Bible; so without that, without humility, no man shall hear God speak to his soul, though he hear three two-hour sermons every day.”

John Donne

About This Quote

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

Humility and struggle are prerequisites for true spiritual connection.

In simple terms: Humility leads to hearing God.

Key Takeaway

Embrace humility to hear divine guidance.

Themes

humility spirituality growth

Mood

contemplative serious

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • prayer
  • confession
  • personal crisis
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

sanctification self-awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you resist humility?
  • How can struggle become a path to grace?
A Different Perspective

Excessive self-criticism can hinder confidence.

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