There is great danger, yea, many times most danger, in the…
“There is great danger, yea, many times most danger, in the smallest sins... Greater sins do sooner startle the soul, and awaken and rouse up the soul to repentance, than lesser sins do. Little sins often slide into the soul, and breed, and work secretly and undiscernibly in the soul, till they come to be so strong, as to trample upon the soul and to cut the throat of the soul.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Small sins subtly corrupt the soul, eventually overwhelming it more than larger sins that shock the conscience.
In simple terms: Minor sins creep in unnoticed and become powerful.
Key Takeaway
Guard against small transgressions.
Themes
morality
spirituality
selfcontrol
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
advice
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- confession
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
sin
repentance
spiritualgrowth
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize subtle moral failures?
- What habits keep you accountable?
A Different Perspective
Even minor sins can become destructive if ignored.