For granting we have sinned, and that the offence Of man…
“For granting we have sinned, and that the offence Of man is made against Omnipotence, Some price that bears proportion must be paid, And infinite with infinite be weighed.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Human sins offend God; proportional punishment must be exact, measured against infinite divine justice.
In simple terms: Sin demands proportional divine punishment.
Key Takeaway
Respect divine law.
Themes
theology
justice
morality
Mood
solemn
reflective
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- ethical decision
- religious practice
- legal theory
Key Concepts
divine retribution
philosophy of law
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we gauge proportionality?
- Can forgiveness replace punishment?
A Different Perspective
Human concepts of justice may differ from divine.