Centre Quote by Anonymous
“The problem of reconciling human suffering with the existence of a God who loves, is only insoluble so long as we attach a trivial meaning to the word "love", and look on things as if man were the centre of them. Man is not the centre. God does not exist for the sake of man. Man does not exist for his own sake. "Thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created." We were made not primarily that we may love God (though we were made for that too) but that God may love us, that we may become objects in which the divine love may rest "well pleased".”
About This Quote
The quote argues that suffering and divine love are misunderstood when humanity is seen as the central purpose of creation; instead, divine love exists independently of human concerns.
In simple terms: Human suffering is misread when we think God exists for us.
Key Takeaway
Recognize humanity is not the center of divine purpose.
Themes
theology
humility
existence
purpose
divine love
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal grief
- interfaith dialogue
- philosophical study
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
Anthropocentrism
theodicy
teleology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does seeing humanity as non‑central change your view of suffering?
- What implications does this have for personal purpose?
A Different Perspective
It assumes a specific theological view not shared by all traditions.
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