Alas Quote by Ambrose
“On consideration.. .of the reason wherefore men have so far gone astray, or that many - alas! - should follow diverse ways of belief concerning the Son of God, the marvel seems to be, not at all that human knowledge has been baffled in dealing with superhuman things, but that it has not submitted to the authority of the Scriptures”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: On Faith and Scripture, 4th century
Human knowledge struggles with divine mysteries, but the real issue is not submitting to Scripture's authority.
In simple terms: Divine mysteries challenge human knowledge.
Key Takeaway
Respect scriptural authority.
Themes
faith
knowledge
authority
theology
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- religious study
- ethical decision‑making
- personal belief
- education
Key Concepts
scripture
epistemology
spiritual humility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance reason and faith?
- What role does scripture play in your life?
A Different Perspective
Human reasoning can still be valuable.
