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I love you much less than my God, but much more than myself.

“I love you much less than my God, but much more than myself.” quote by Pierre Corneille
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“I love you much less than my God, but much more than myself.”

Pierre Corneille

About This Quote

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

Love for God surpasses self‑love, yet exceeds love for the divine.

In simple terms: God is loved more than self, but less than God.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize divine love over self‑interest.

Themes

spirituality love selflessness

Mood

reflective devotional

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • prayer
  • ethical reflection
  • literary analysis
  • personal journaling

Key Concepts

theology ethical hierarchy personal devotion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance love for self and God?
  • What does loving God more than self mean?
A Different Perspective

Balancing self‑care with devotion can be challenging.

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