A man who hates the passion cuts off their causes. But a…
“A man who hates the passion cuts off their causes. But a man who remains among their causes experiences even against his will the conflict from the passions. It is not possible to be mentally inclined toward a passion if one does not love its cause. For who, disdaining shame, is given to vainglory? Or who, loving lowliness, is bothered by dishonor? Who, having a broken and humble heart, accepts fleshly sweetness? Or who, believing in Christ, is concerned about temporal things, or argues about them?”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Passion and cause are intertwined; one cannot reject a passion without rejecting its underlying purpose.
In simple terms: Passion follows cause; cannot separate them
Key Takeaway
Recognize how causes shape desires
Themes
spirituality
psychology
morality
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- spiritual practice
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
cause-effect
attachment
self-awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do your causes influence your emotions?
- Can you love a cause without being swayed by its passion?
A Different Perspective
One may argue that passions can be redirected rather than eliminated