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“in respect to His greatness, and His wonderful glory, “no man shall see God and live,” for the Father is incomprehensible; but in regard to His love, and kindness, and as to His infinite power, even this He grants to those who love Him, that is, to see God, which thing the prophets did also…” quote by The Church Fathers
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““in respect to His greatness, and His wonderful glory, “no man shall see God and live,” for the Father is incomprehensible; but in regard to His love, and kindness, and as to His infinite power, even this He grants to those who love Him, that is, to see God, which thing the prophets did also predict. “For those things that are impossible with men, are possible with God.” For man does not see God by his own powers; but when He pleases He is seen by men, by whom He wills, and when He wills, and as He wills. For””

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

Divine love makes God visible to believers, while His greatness remains incomprehensible.

In simple terms: Love reveals God, greatness stays hidden.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate love to perceive the divine.

Themes

theology faith divine mystery spirituality

Mood

reverent hopeful

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • community worship
  • ethical living

Key Concepts

religious doctrine philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does love change perception of the divine?
  • What role does mystery play in faith?
A Different Perspective

Human understanding is limited.

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