Ark Quote by Alphonsus Liguori
“In the Great Deluge in the days of Noah, nearly all mankind perished, eight persons alone being saved in the Ark. In our days a deluge, not of water but of sins, continually inundates the earth, and out of this deluge very few escape. Scarcely anyone is saved.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Theologia Moralis, 1765
Humanity is overwhelmed by sin, and only a few achieve salvation.
In simple terms: Sin overwhelms; few are saved.
Key Takeaway
Seek moral integrity.
Themes
sin
salvation
human frailty
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- spiritual counseling
- ethical education
- community outreach
Key Concepts
theology
morality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one remain steadfast amid widespread corruption?
- What practices nurture moral resilience?
A Different Perspective
Even the righteous may still falter without vigilance.
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