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“I have lived to see the greatest plague on earth -- the condemning of God's word, a fearful thing, surpassing all other plagues in the world; for thereupon most surely follow all manner of punishments, eternal and corporal.” quote by Martin Luther
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“I have lived to see the greatest plague on earth -- the condemning of God's word, a fearful thing, surpassing all other plagues in the world; for thereupon most surely follow all manner of punishments, eternal and corporal.”

Martin Luther

About This Quote

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

Condemning Scripture is a deadly plague, leading to both spiritual and physical punishments.

In simple terms: Rejecting God's word brings great harm.

Key Takeaway

Guard the truth of Scripture.

Themes

faith authority consequences

Mood

serious warning

Type

theological didactic

When to use this quote

  • church leadership
  • personal study
  • public preaching

Key Concepts

theology spiritual danger

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does rejecting Scripture affect society?
  • What safeguards protect biblical truth?
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