Ignorance Quote by Charles Haddon Spurgeon
““Ignorance is worst when it amounts to ignorance of God, and knowledge is best when it exercises itself upon the name of God.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Knowledge of God, Charles Haddon Spurgeon, 1865
Ignorance of God is dangerous; true knowledge is applied through reverence to God.
In simple terms: Knowing God guides wisdom.
Seek knowledge that honors the divine.
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When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- Bible study
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does reverence shape understanding?
- What actions reflect God‑centered knowledge?
Intellectual knowledge without humility can become prideful.