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He that despairs degrades the Deity, and seems to intimate…

“He that despairs degrades the Deity, and seems to intimate that He is insufficient, or not just to His word; and in vain hath read the scriptures, the world, and man.” quote by Owen Feltham
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“He that despairs degrades the Deity, and seems to intimate that He is insufficient, or not just to His word; and in vain hath read the scriptures, the world, and man.”

Owen Feltham

About This Quote

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

Questioning God’s adequacy leads to demeaning the divine and doubting scripture.

In simple terms: Doubting God’s sufficiency undermines faith.

Key Takeaway

Critically examine belief without disrespect.

Themes

faith doubt scripture

Mood

reflective serious

Type

theological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • theological study
  • personal crisis
  • academic debate
  • spiritual growth

Key Concepts

theology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What aspects of belief feel insufficient?
  • How can you balance critique with reverence?
A Different Perspective

Over‑analysis can erode sincere faith.

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