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“And it may be thus described: a true sense of the divine excellency of the things revealed in the word of God, and a conviction of the truth and reality of them thence arising. This” quote by Jonathan Edwards
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““And it may be thus described: a true sense of the divine excellency of the things revealed in the word of God, and a conviction of the truth and reality of them thence arising. This””

Jonathan Edwards

About This Quote

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

He describes a profound conviction that divine revelations are true and real, shaping one’s understanding of God.

In simple terms: Divine truth feels real and convincing.

Key Takeaway

Seek personal experience of spiritual truth.

Themes

faith revelation truth

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

theological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • religious study
  • church teaching

Key Concepts

Theology epistemology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you discern genuine revelation?
  • What role does community play in validating belief?
A Different Perspective

Personal experience may conflict with institutional doctrine.

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