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Whatever they [antinomians] say of the law, though they…

“Whatever they [antinomians] say of the law, though they cast contempt and disgrace upon it, and upon those who preach it, yet we know that, for the substance of it, it is the image of God, a beam of His holiness. The things therein commanded and forbidden are things morally, and therefore…” quote by Samuel Bolton
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““Whatever they [antinomians] say of the law, though they cast contempt and disgrace upon it, and upon those who preach it, yet we know that, for the substance of it, it is the image of God, a beam of His holiness. The things therein commanded and forbidden are things morally, and therefore eternally, good and evil; nothing can alter the nature of them.””

Samuel Bolton

About This Quote

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

Law reflects divine holiness; its moral commands are immutable, representing God's image and eternal good and evil.

In simple terms: Law shows God’s holiness; its moral rules never change.

Key Takeaway

Uphold moral laws as reflections of higher truth.

Themes

theology morality law eternal truths

Mood

contemplative serious

Type

theological ethical

When to use this quote

  • legal ethics
  • religious teaching
  • personal conduct
  • community standards

Key Concepts

divine image immutable morality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you discern divine moral law today?
  • What challenges arise when applying ancient principles to modern life?
A Different Perspective

Interpretations of law can differ across cultures.

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