I am really much more afraid of those people who have so…
“I am really much more afraid of those people who have so great a fear of the devil, than I am of the devil himself.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Fear of the devil is greater than the devil himself; excessive fear can be more harmful than the object feared.
In simple terms: Fear can be worse than the devil.
Manage fear, not just the threat.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- prayer
- counseling
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you confront excessive fear?
- When does fear become constructive?
Fear can paralyze and hinder progress.