Whatever was in the human nature of Christ was moved at…
“Whatever was in the human nature of Christ was moved at the bidding of the divine will; yet it does not follow that in Christ there was no movement of the will proper to human nature, for the good wills of other saints are moved by God's will... For although the will cannot be inwardly moved by any creature, yet it can be moved inwardly by God.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The passage discusses how divine will moves human nature’s will, yet human will can still be influenced inwardly by God.
In simple terms: Divine will influences human will.
Key Takeaway
Recognize spiritual guidance.
Themes
theology
free will
divine influence
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- ethical decision‑making
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
philosophy of mind
spiritual agency
Questions to Reflect On
- How does divine influence shape moral choices?
- Can free will coexist with divine guidance?
A Different Perspective
Human autonomy may be overstated.