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“Whatever weakens your reason, impairs the tenderness of your conscience, obscures your sense of God, or takes off your relish of spiritual things; in short, whatever increases the strength and authority of your body over your mind; that thing is sin to you, however innocent it may be in itself.” quote by Susanna Wesley
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“Whatever weakens your reason, impairs the tenderness of your conscience, obscures your sense of God, or takes off your relish of spiritual things; in short, whatever increases the strength and authority of your body over your mind; that thing is sin to you, however innocent it may be in itself.”

Susanna Wesley

About This Quote

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

Sin is described as anything that lets the body dominate the mind, weakening reason and spiritual sensitivity.

In simple terms: Sin lets the body control the mind, dulling spirit.

Key Takeaway

Guard the mind against bodily excesses.

Themes

spirituality morality self-control

Mood

contemplative serious

Type

theological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • daily decision making
  • ethical dilemmas
  • personal habits

Key Concepts

theology human nature discipline

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you prioritize mind or body?
  • How can balance be achieved?
A Different Perspective

Some may view bodily health as neutral, not sinful.

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