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“We make assertions and denials of what is next to [the Divine Nature], but never of It, for It is both beyond every assertion, being the perfect and unique cause of all things, and, by virtue of Its preeminently simple and absolute nature, free of every limitation, beyond every limitation; it is also beyond every denial.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The Divine is beyond all concepts and limits, both described and denied, as it is the ultimate simple cause of everything.
In simple terms: God is beyond all ideas and limits, the ultimate cause.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the limits of language about the divine.
Themes
theology
philosophy
transcendence
limitation
Mood
contemplative
serene
reverent
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- theological study
- interfaith dialogue
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
mysticism
metaphysics
apophatic theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you experience the divine beyond words?
- Can limits enhance reverence?
A Different Perspective
Human language may still be useful for expressing divine mystery.