A brotherly person rejoices on my account when he approves…
“A brotherly person rejoices on my account when he approves me, but when he disapproves, he is loving me. To such people I will reveal myself. They will take heart from my good traits, and sigh with sadness at my bad ones. My good points are instilled by you and are your gifts. My bad points are my faults and your judgements on them. Let them take heart from the one and regret the other. Let both praise and tears ascend in your sight from brotherly hearts, your censers. ...But you Lord...Make perfect my imperfections.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The passage reflects on how others respond differently to our virtues and flaws, urging humility and divine perfection.
In simple terms: People praise our good and pity our bad; seek God's help.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility and seek divine refinement.
Themes
humility
judgment
spiritual growth
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- community leadership
- spiritual counseling
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
theology
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance pride in virtues with acceptance of flaws?
- In what ways can divine perfection guide us?
A Different Perspective
It assumes others' reactions are always sincere.