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Beauty Quote by C. S. Lewis

“Those who put themselves in His hands will become perfect, as He is perfect- perfect in love, wisdom, joy, beauty, health, and immortality. The change will not be completed in this life, for death is an important part of the treatment. How far the change will have gone before death in any…” quote by C. S. Lewis
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“Those who put themselves in His hands will become perfect, as He is perfect- perfect in love, wisdom, joy, beauty, health, and immortality. The change will not be completed in this life, for death is an important part of the treatment. How far the change will have gone before death in any particular Christian is uncertain.”

C. S. Lewis

About This Quote

Source Book: “The Great Divorce” (1945) or theological essay

He describes divine perfection and the ongoing transformation of believers, acknowledging death as part of spiritual growth.

In simple terms: Believers become perfect like God, but change continues after death.

Key Takeaway

Seek spiritual growth and accept mortality.

Themes

spirituality perfection mortality

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

theological philosophical

When to use this quote

  • religious practice
  • personal faith
  • ethical living

Key Concepts

theology afterlife

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does mortality shape your faith?
  • What does perfection mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Human understanding of divine perfection is limited.

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