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Alternate translation: Come brethren, if you have a mind…

“Alternate translation: Come brethren, if you have a mind to be ingrafted in the vine, It is a pity to see you lopped off in this manner From the stock. Reckon up the prelates in the very see of Peter; And in that order of fathers see which has succeeded which. This is the rock over which the proud…” quote by Saint Augustine
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“Alternate translation: Come brethren, if you have a mind to be ingrafted in the vine, It is a pity to see you lopped off in this manner From the stock. Reckon up the prelates in the very see of Peter; And in that order of fathers see which has succeeded which. This is the rock over which the proud gates of hell prevail not.”

Saint Augustine

About This Quote

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

He urges believers to stay connected to the spiritual source, warning against being cut off.

In simple terms: Stay linked to spiritual truth.

Key Takeaway

Remain spiritually connected.

Themes

faith spirituality community

Mood

reflective serious

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • religious practice
  • personal devotion
  • spiritual guidance

Key Concepts

theology church hierarchy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you maintain spiritual ties?
  • What does “vine” symbolize for you?
A Different Perspective

Risk of misinterpretation of metaphor.

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