Christian religion Quote by Blaise Pascal
““The Christian religion alone has been able to cure these twin vices, not by using one to expel the other according to worldly wisdom, but by expelling both through the simplicity of the Gospel. For it teaches the righteous, whom it exalts, even to participation in divinity itself, that in this sublime state they still bear the source of all corruption, which exposes them throughout their lives to error, misery, death and sin; and it cries out to the most ungodly that they are capable of the grace of their redeemer. Thus, making those whom it justifies tremble and consoling those whom it condemns, it so nicely tempers fear with hope through this dual capacity, common to all men, for grace and sin, that it causes infinitely more dejection than mere reason, but without despair, and infinitely more exaltation than natural pride, but without puffing us up.””
About This Quote
Christianity claims to resolve the dual vices of fear and sin by offering grace that simultaneously acknowledges human corruption and promises divine participation, producing hope without despair and humility without pride.
In simple terms: Grace balances fear and hope, sin and humility.
Key Takeaway
Grace tempers sin with hope.
Themes
theology
grace
sin
hope
humility
Mood
hopeful
solemn
Type
theological
didactic
When to use this quote
- spiritual counseling
- theological study
- ethical dilemmas
- personal crisis
Key Concepts
dualism
redemption
Practical Applications
- pastoral care
- moral education
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to bear corruption while seeking grace?
- How does humility differ from pride in this view?
