Charge Quote by Alexander Pope
““Why charge we Heav'n in those, in these acquit? In both, to reason right is to submit.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Dunciad, 1728
The line questions why we blame God for circumstances when reason dictates submission to divine will.
In simple terms: Don’t blame God; use reason to accept what is.
Accept with reason, not blame.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- ethical dilemmas
- spiritual crises
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does reason guide your faith?
- When is questioning divine will appropriate?
It may simplify complex moral issues into mere submission.