All the tears of a penitent sinner, should he shed as many…
“All the tears of a penitent sinner, should he shed as many as there have been fallen drops of rain since the creation, cannot wash away one sin. The everlasting burnings in hell cannot purify the flaming conscience from the least sin.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Sin is beyond human repentance; divine judgment is absolute and cannot be erased by tears.
In simple terms: Tears cannot erase sin.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the seriousness of sin.
Themes
sin
repentance
divine judgment
humility
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
theological
sermon
When to use this quote
- personal confession
- spiritual counseling
- preaching
- teaching
- writing
Key Concepts
theology
eternal consequences
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile mercy with justice?
- Can repentance be genuine without remorse?
A Different Perspective
Human effort cannot fully at divine justice.