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“Diabolical error decks itself out with ease in lying colors with some appearance of truth, so that the force of pronouncement is corrupted by a very brief addition or change, and the confession of faith which should have resulted in salvation, by a subtle transition leads to death!” quote by Pope Clement XIII
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“Diabolical error decks itself out with ease in lying colors with some appearance of truth, so that the force of pronouncement is corrupted by a very brief addition or change, and the confession of faith which should have resulted in salvation, by a subtle transition leads to death!”

Pope Clement XIII

About This Quote

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

Deceptive errors in doctrine appear harmless but subtly alter truth, leading faithful believers astray.

In simple terms: Minor mistakes can corrupt big truths.

Key Takeaway

Guard against subtle doctrinal shifts.

Themes

faith truth deception

Mood

cautionary reflective

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When to use this quote

  • religious education
  • personal study
  • church leadership

Key Concepts

theology critical thinking integrity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What safeguards protect faith from subtle distortion?
  • How can truth be preserved in teaching?
A Different Perspective

Complex doctrines can be hard to discern.

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