Alone Quote by Anonymous
“While the soul is in mortal sin, nothing can profit it; none of its good works merit an eternal reward, since they do not proceed from God as their first principle, and by Him alone is our virtue real virtue.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Theological work, unknown date
Mortal sin blocks spiritual profit; true virtue originates only from God, not human effort
In simple terms: Sin blocks spiritual gain; virtue comes from God
Key Takeaway
Seek divine source for true virtue
Themes
theology
morality
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal moral reflection
- spiritual counseling
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
Divine grace
human limitation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does reliance on divine grace shape ethical choices?
- Can moral actions be meaningful without belief in God?
A Different Perspective
Human effort alone cannot achieve ultimate virtue
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