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“There is naturally in every man a desire to know, but what profiteth knowledge without the fear of God?” quote by Thomas à Kempis
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““There is naturally in every man a desire to know, but what profiteth knowledge without the fear of God?””

Thomas à Kempis

About This Quote

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

Knowledge without reverence for the divine is empty; true wisdom requires humility before God.

In simple terms: Knowledge needs God’s fear.

Key Takeaway

Seek humility with learning.

Themes

faith knowledge humility

Mood

contemplative serene

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • religious study
  • personal reflection
  • ethical decision‑making

Key Concepts

theology epistemology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does faith shape my learning?
  • Can I respect both reason and reverence?
A Different Perspective

May conflict with secular perspectives.

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