Baby Quote by C. S. Lewis
“The Eternal Being, who knows everything and who created the whole universe, became not only a man but (before that) a baby, and before that a fetus in a woman's body.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis, 1942
The quote suggests that even the divine, who created everything, experienced human life from conception to adulthood, emphasizing humility and the mystery of incarnation.
In simple terms: Even the creator experienced human life from a baby to a man.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the humility in all stages of existence.
Themes
humility
incarnation
divine mystery
Mood
reflective
humble
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- religious reflection
- personal growth
- ethical contemplation
Key Concepts
theology
philosophy
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing shared humanity affect our behavior?
- What does this say about the nature of power?
