Spiritual pride is a far more deadly sin than concubinage…
““Spiritual pride is a far more deadly sin than concubinage; selfishness is a far more deadly sin than polygamy; hatred is a far more deadly sin than the destruction of twins. Our pride, and selfishness, and hatred, and impurity, express themselves in forms which appear to us less obnoxious than the vices of the heathen; and consequently it is easy for us to denounce their immorality. But if Christ treated us as we treat the heathen, and refused communion with us until we had reformed, what hope should we have?””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Spiritual pride, selfishness, and hatred are deeper sins than many external vices; they mask true immorality.
In simple terms: Pride, selfishness, hatred are deeper sins.
Key Takeaway
Guard against inner vices.
Themes
spirituality
pride
selfishness
hatred
morality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- faith community
- personal meditation
- social justice work
Key Concepts
Theology
ethical philosophy
inner transformation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you confront your own hidden vices?
- What practices foster inner purity?
A Different Perspective
Denouncing external sins can ignore internal corruption.