Skip to content

Because no other could do it, he himself went to the…

“Because no other could do it, he himself went to the greatest possible distance, the infinite distance. This infinite distance between God and God, this supreme tearing apart, this incomparable agony, this marvel of love, is the crucifixion. Nothing can be further from God than that which has been…” quote by Simone Weil
Download Open image
“Because no other could do it, he himself went to the greatest possible distance, the infinite distance. This infinite distance between God and God, this supreme tearing apart, this incomparable agony, this marvel of love, is the crucifixion. Nothing can be further from God than that which has been made accursed.”

Simone Weil

About This Quote

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

The crucifixion represents the ultimate separation between divine and human, a profound agony that reveals love’s depth.

In simple terms: Christ’s suffering shows love’s ultimate sacrifice.

Key Takeaway

Reflect on love’s transformative power.

Themes

sacrifice divine humanity pain

Mood

solemn contemplative

Type

theological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • religious contemplation
  • ethical decisions
  • personal loss

Key Concepts

theology existentialism paradox

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does ultimate sacrifice mean to you?
  • How can pain deepen love?
A Different Perspective

Interpretations of suffering vary across faiths.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by Simone Weil

Explore all 443 Simone Weil quotes

More Agony quotes

Browse all 813 Agony quotes