The new goddess contingency could not be erected until the…
“The new goddess contingency could not be erected until the God of heaven was utterly despoiled of his dominion over the sons of men, and in the room thereof a home-bred idol of self-sufficiency set up, and the world persuaded to worship it. But that the building climb no higher, let all men observe how the word of God overthrows this babylonian tower.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Human attempts to replace divine authority with self‑reliance are futile and will be overturned.
In simple terms: Human pride fails against God.
Key Takeaway
Beware of self‑idolatry.
Themes
faith
pride
divine power
Mood
cautionary
theological
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- political leadership
- corporate culture
- personal ambition
Key Concepts
theology
hubris
spiritual humility
Questions to Reflect On
- What modern 'idols' challenge divine authority?
- How can humility coexist with ambition?
A Different Perspective
Overlooks positive aspects of human agency and progress.