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![“He the Word that He might be glorified; the Word remaining quiescent, that He might be capable of being tempted, dishonoured, crucified, and of suffering death, but the human nature being swallowed up in it (the divine), when it conquered, and endured [without yielding], and performed acts of…” quote by The Church Fathers](https://sms4smile.com/q/i/748/the-church-fathers-1438_acts-of-kindness_he-the-word-that-he-might-be-glorified-t_636545.jpg)
““He the Word that He might be glorified; the Word remaining quiescent, that He might be capable of being tempted, dishonoured, crucified, and of suffering death, but the human nature being swallowed up in it (the divine), when it conquered, and endured [without yielding], and performed acts of kindness, and rose again, and was received up [into heaven].””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The divine Word became human, endured suffering and death, yet remained steadfast, showing kindness and rising again to heaven.
In simple terms: God became human, suffered, stayed faithful, and was glorified.
Key Takeaway
Recognize humility and perseverance in adversity.
Themes
humility
faith
redemption
sacrifice
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
scriptural
theological
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- spiritual crisis
- ethical decision making
- leadership under pressure
Key Concepts
Christology
theology of incarnation
suffering
Questions to Reflect On
- How can suffering deepen faith?
- What does humility look like in modern life?
A Different Perspective
Human frailty can limit the expression of divine purpose.