Avoid duplicity, that is, do not let your heart be divided…
“Avoid duplicity, that is, do not let your heart be divided between attachment to God and attachment to earthly things, 'You cannot serve God and mammon' (Mt. 6:24); cling to God alone, put your trust in Him alone; for the Devil, by inciting us to duplicity, seeks himself to gain possession of our heart, which is single and indivisible.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Advises exclusive devotion to God, warning against divided loyalties between divine and material.
In simple terms: Serve only God; avoid split devotion.
Key Takeaway
Commit fully to spiritual life.
Themes
devotion
faith
integrity
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
theological
ethical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- charitable work
- daily decision‑making
Key Concepts
Monotheism
spiritual focus
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you prioritize spiritual commitments?
- What steps help you resist material distractions?
A Different Perspective
Material temptations can subtly erode spiritual focus.