Acts Quote by Bible
“The rest of all the acts of Asa, and all his might, and all that he did, and the cities which he built, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah? Nevertheless in the time of his old age he was diseased in his feet.”
About This Quote
Source Bible: 2 Chronicles 16, 7th century BC
The passage notes that Asa’s deeds and constructions are recorded, yet he suffered illness in old age, highlighting that achievements coexist with human frailty.
In simple terms: Great deeds are recorded, but aging brings weakness.
Key Takeaway
Remember that legacy and mortality coexist.
Themes
legacy
mortality
history
leadership
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
historical
didactic
When to use this quote
- studying ancient kings
- reflecting on personal aging
- teaching about humility
- analyzing leadership
Key Concepts
biblical narrative
historical record
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we reconcile celebrated achievements with inevitable decline?
- What can modern leaders learn from Asa’s later life?
A Different Perspective
The text does not address the cause of his disease or its moral implications.
