Attachment Quote by Alphonsus Liguori
“It is just that he should act with reserve towards those who act with reserve towards him. On the contrary, he gives himself entirely to those souls, who, driving from their hearts everything that is not God, and does not lead them to his love, and giving themselves to him without reserve, truly say to him: My God and my all.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Moral Theology, 18th century
He should be modest with those who are modest, but fully devoted to those who seek God without reservation, expressing total love for God.
In simple terms: Be modest with modest people, fully love God‑seeking ones.
Key Takeaway
Offer sincere devotion to God‑focused souls.
Themes
humility
devotion
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
ethical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- spiritual guidance
- religious practice
Key Concepts
theology
self‑sacrifice
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance humility with wholehearted devotion?
- What does “reserve” mean in modern relationships?
A Different Perspective
May be misinterpreted as ignoring reciprocal respect.
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