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Dai-me o que me ordenais, e ordenai-me o que quiserdes.

“Dai-me o que me ordenais, e ordenai-me o que quiserdes.” quote by Santo Agostinho
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““Dai-me o que me ordenais, e ordenai-me o que quiserdes.””

Santo Agostinho

About This Quote

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

A request to obey the divine will, while also being commanded by higher authority.

In simple terms: Obey higher authority as commanded.

Key Takeaway

Align personal will with divine command.

Themes

faith obedience divine will

Mood

contemplative reverent

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • prayer
  • spiritual guidance
  • ethical decision making

Key Concepts

theology authority submission

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you reconcile personal wishes with higher directives?
  • What does true obedience mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Balancing personal desire with external command can cause inner conflict.

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