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Whatever man loves, that is his god. For he carries it in…

“Whatever man loves, that is his god. For he carries it in his heart; he goes about with it night and day; he sleeps and wakes with it, be it what it may - wealth or self, pleasure or renown.” quote by Martin Luther
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“Whatever man loves, that is his god. For he carries it in his heart; he goes about with it night and day; he sleeps and wakes with it, be it what it may - wealth or self, pleasure or renown.”

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.

One’s deepest love becomes a personal deity, guiding actions and thoughts continuously.

In simple terms: Love becomes a personal god.

Key Takeaway

Recognize what you worship.

Themes

love identity devotion

Mood

introspective spiritual

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • relationships
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What do you hold most dear?
  • Does this love serve you?
A Different Perspective

Unexamined devotion can lead to imbalance.

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