God Quote by Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury
“Remember that there is nothing in God but what is godlike; and that He is either not at all, or truly and perfectly good.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Treatise: Characteristics of God, 1724
He argues that divinity is either absent or embodies perfect goodness, leaving no room for a flawed deity.
In simple terms: God is either nonexistent or perfectly good.
Key Takeaway
Consider the nature of divine perfection.
Themes
theology
philosophy
ethics
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- debates on existence of evil
- religious discourse
- ethical reasoning
Key Concepts
metaphysics
moral perfection
Questions to Reflect On
- What implications does a perfectly good God have for suffering?
- Can a deity be both imperfect and divine?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex theological views.
