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“Temptations cannot but come, but woe to those through whom they come.” quote by Matthew the Apostle
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““Temptations cannot but come, but woe to those through whom they come.””

Matthew the Apostle

About This Quote

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

A moral observation that temptations inevitably arise, and those who bring them face inevitable consequences.

In simple terms: Temptations appear and bring trouble to those who cause them.

Key Takeaway

Beware of creating temptations.

Themes

morality temptation consequence

Mood

serious cautionary

Type

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When to use this quote

  • daily decisions
  • leadership
  • community guidance

Key Concepts

ethical philosophy personal responsibility spiritual teaching

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we resist creating temptations?
  • What responsibility do we have for others’ temptations?
A Different Perspective

May be too deterministic for some.

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