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“Let weak and frail man come here suppliantly to adore the Sacrament of Christ, not to discuss high things, or wish to penetrate difficulties, but to bow down to secret things in humble veneration, and to abandon God's mysteries to God, for Truth deceives no man-Almighty God can do all things. Amen.” quote by Paul of the Cross
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“Let weak and frail man come here suppliantly to adore the Sacrament of Christ, not to discuss high things, or wish to penetrate difficulties, but to bow down to secret things in humble veneration, and to abandon God's mysteries to God, for Truth deceives no man-Almighty God can do all things. Amen.”

Paul of the Cross

About This Quote

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

Approach the sacrament with humble reverence, focusing on secret, divine mysteries rather than intellectual debate, trusting God's truth.

In simple terms: Humbly revere the sacrament and trust divine mystery.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate humble reverence in worship.

Themes

humility faith mystery reverence

Mood

contemplative devotional

Type

spiritual theological

When to use this quote

  • mass attendance
  • personal prayer
  • confession
  • spiritual retreats

Key Concepts

Catholic mysticism sacramental theology spiritual surrender

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does humility shape your spiritual practice?
  • What mysteries do you trust beyond understanding?
A Different Perspective

May be seen as discouraging intellectual inquiry; balance with study is needed.

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