Emotions Quote by Augustine of Hippo
““Man himself is a great deep, whose very hairs Thou numberest, O Lord, and they fall not to the ground without Thee. And yet are the hairs of his head easier to be numbered than his feelings, and the beatings of his heart.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Confessions, Book 1, 397 AD
Human complexity is vast; physical details are easier to count than inner emotions and heartbeats.
In simple terms: Physical details are simpler than feelings.
Key Takeaway
Seek deeper self‑understanding.
Themes
spirituality
human nature
self‑knowledge
Mood
contemplative
humble
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
theology
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner aspects are hardest to grasp?
- How can we better know our hearts?
A Different Perspective
Self‑knowledge can be elusive and painful.
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