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“For the Supernatural, entering a human soul, opens to it new possibilities both of good and evil. From that point the road branches: one way to sanctity, love humility, the other to spiritual pride, self-righteousness, persecuting zeal. And no way back to the mere humdrum virtues and vices of the…” quote by Reflections on the Psalms C.S. Lewis
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““For the Supernatural, entering a human soul, opens to it new possibilities both of good and evil. From that point the road branches: one way to sanctity, love humility, the other to spiritual pride, self-righteousness, persecuting zeal. And no way back to the mere humdrum virtues and vices of the unawakened soul.””

Reflections on the Psalms C.S. Lewis

About This Quote

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

Describes the spiritual fork where the soul can pursue sanctity or fall into pride, emphasizing choices after supernatural encounter.

In simple terms: Soul choices lead to virtue or vice after supernatural insight.

Key Takeaway

Choose humility and love over pride.

Themes

spirituality morality human nature good vs evil humility

Mood

contemplative serious inspirational

Type

Character:1 Good and evil:1 Human soul:1 Humility:1 Love:1 Nature of man:1 Reality:0 Religion:0 Spiritual pride:1 Spirituality:1 Humility Spiritual:0 Supernatural Entering:0 Way Sanctity:0 Unawakened Soul:0

When to use this quote

  • personal crises
  • religious study
  • ethical dilemmas
  • life decisions

Key Concepts

Free will spiritual awakening ethical divergence

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you recognize the branch you are on?
  • How can humility guide your choices?
A Different Perspective

Human nature is complex; choices are not always clear.

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