Adam Quote by C.S. Lewis
““But I cannot tell that to this old sinner, and I cannot comfort him either; he has made himself unable to hear my voice. If I spoke to him, he would hear only growlings and roarings. Oh, Adam's son, how cleverly you defend yourself against all that might do you good!””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Screwtape Letters, 1942
A sinner is deaf to moral counsel, hearing only hostile noise, and defends himself against any help.
In simple terms: A sinner ignores good advice and resists help.
Key Takeaway
Recognize when you’re rejecting useful guidance.
Themes
spirituality
self‑deception
defensiveness
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal counseling
- spiritual mentorship
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Moral blindness
self‑justification
communication breakdown
Questions to Reflect On
- What defenses do you raise when faced with criticism?
- How can you lower barriers to hearing truth?
A Different Perspective
Advice can be dismissed if the listener is hostile.
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