Art Quote by C. S. Lewis
“We are...a Divine work of art, something that God is making...something with which He will not be satisfied until it has a certain character.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis, 1942
Suggests that humanity is an ongoing creation of God, never fully satisfactory until it attains a certain divine character.
In simple terms: Humanity is an unfinished work of God seeking a divine character.
Key Takeaway
Strive toward the character God desires.
Themes
spirituality
creation
divine purpose
human nature
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
- ethical living
- creative expression
Key Concepts
theology
philosophy
self-improvement
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “certain character” mean to you?
- How can we pursue divine character in modern life?
A Different Perspective
It may imply a fixed ideal, overlooking individual diversity.
