For the Lord dwells in long-suffering, but the devil in…
““For the Lord dwells in long-suffering, but the devil in anger. The two spirits, then, when dwelling in the same habitation, are at discord with each other, and are troublesome to that man in whom they dwell.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A person can experience both patience and anger within, causing inner conflict and difficulty.
In simple terms: Inner conflict arises from opposing emotions.
Recognize and reconcile conflicting inner drives.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal counseling
- spiritual guidance
- conflict resolution
- stress management
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you notice when patience turns to anger?
- What practices help harmonize inner discord?
Balancing opposing emotions may be harder than acknowledging them.