Love Quote by Alfonso Maria de Liguori
““The love of Christ presses us. The source of the love of Jesus Christ for men is his love for God. Hence he said on Holy Thursday, That the world may know that I love the Father, arise, let us from here. But to where? To die for men upon the cross.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Holy Thursday Homily, 1745
Christ’s love for God compels him to sacrifice himself for humanity, showing love’s ultimate expression is self‑sacrifice.
In simple terms: Love is shown by giving oneself for others.
Key Takeaway
Embrace self‑less love in service to others.
Themes
sacrifice
faith
divine love
Mood
reverent
inspirational
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- religious practice
- charitable acts
- personal devotion
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual devotion
Questions to Reflect On
- What does self‑sacrifice mean for you today?
- How can you balance personal well‑being with serving others?
A Different Perspective
Self‑sacrifice can be psychologically taxing and may be misapplied.
