Evangelism Quote by Augustine of Hippo
““Run to and fro everywhere, holy fires, beautiful fires; for you are the light of the world, nor are you put under a bushel. He whom you cleave unto is exalted, and has exalted you. Run to and fro, and be known unto all nations.””
About This Quote
A call to active discipleship, urging believers to spread divine light and truth worldwide, not to hide their faith.
In simple terms: Active evangelism and public witness.
Key Takeaway
Faith must be lived out publicly.
Themes
mission
spiritual illumination
courage
community
purpose
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
biblical exhortation
inspirational
When to use this quote
- church outreach
- personal testimony
- global missions
- social activism
Key Concepts
light as metaphor
exaltation
missionary zeal
Practical Applications
- preaching
- writing
- media campaigns
Questions to Reflect On
- How does hidden faith affect impact?
- What risks accompany bold proclamation?
![“Time takes no holiday. It does not roll idly by, but through our senses works its own wonders in the mind. Time came and went from one day to the next; in its coming and its passing it brought me other hopes and other memories. [quoted in Peter Brown, Augustine of Hippo, p. 54]” quote by Augustine of Hippo](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/7c2/augustine-of-hippo-2589_change_time-takes-no-holiday-it-does-not-roll-i_22609.jpg)
