I am not ignorant of what is said of my Lord in the Psalm…
“I am not ignorant of what is said of my Lord in the Psalm: "You destroy those who speak a lie." And again: "A lying mouth deals death to the soul." And likewise the Lord says in the Gospel: "On the day of judgment men shall render account for every idle word they utter."”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Words have moral weight; falsehood harms the soul and will be judged, so speak truthfully.
In simple terms: Speak truth, avoid lies.
Key Takeaway
Guard your speech.
Themes
ethics
truth
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal conversations
- public speaking
- social media posts
Key Concepts
moral responsibility
religious teaching
Questions to Reflect On
- What truth do you need to speak today?
- How do you handle harmful rumors?
A Different Perspective
The context may differ across traditions; literal interpretation can be limiting.