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“But and if that evil servant shall say in his heart, My lord delayeth his coming; / And shall begin to smite his fellowservants, and to eat and drink with the drunken; / The lord of that servant shall come in a day when he looketh not for him, and in an hour that he is not aware of, / And shall…” quote by Bible
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“But and if that evil servant shall say in his heart, My lord delayeth his coming; / And shall begin to smite his fellowservants, and to eat and drink with the drunken; / The lord of that servant shall come in a day when he looketh not for him, and in an hour that he is not aware of, / And shall cut him asunder, and appoint him his portion with the hypocrites: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.”

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Source Bible: Book of Jeremiah, Chapter 23, verses 5‑6 (approx.)

The passage warns that an evil servant will be punished unexpectedly, with the Lord delivering justice while the servant enjoys false comforts.

In simple terms: Evil will be punished unexpectedly while the servant enjoys false comforts

Key Takeaway

Recognize that unjust actions bring sudden consequences.

Themes

justice divine retribution humility

Mood

somber reflective

Type

religious ethical

When to use this quote

  • personal decisions
  • leadership
  • ethical dilemmas

Key Concepts

Biblical prophecy moral warning spiritual accountability

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does this warning imply for modern leaders?
  • How can one avoid complacency in moral choices?
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The text assumes a specific theological framework not shared by all.

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