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“So, we, at this day, when we thought we should have found favor among our own countrymen, for that we preached unto them the gospel of peace, life, and eternal salvation; instead of favor, we have found bitter and cruel hatred.” quote by Martin Luther
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““So, we, at this day, when we thought we should have found favor among our own countrymen, for that we preached unto them the gospel of peace, life, and eternal salvation; instead of favor, we have found bitter and cruel hatred.””

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.

The preacher laments that instead of receiving favor, they encounter bitter hatred despite preaching peace and salvation.

In simple terms: Preaching peace met with hatred, not favor.

Key Takeaway

Promote compassion despite hostility.

Themes

religion conflict misunderstanding

Mood

somber thoughtful

Type

spiritual critical

When to use this quote

  • missionary work
  • interfaith dialogue
  • community building

Key Concepts

theology social injustice

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do people resist messages of peace?
  • How can you respond to hatred constructively?
A Different Perspective

Hostility may stem from deeper societal tensions.

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