Able Quote by Clement of Alexandria
“He alone can remit sins who is appointed our Master by the Father of all; He only is able to discern obedience from disobedience.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: The Stromata, Book 5, c. 200 AD
Divine authority alone can grant forgiveness, and true discernment of obedience comes from the appointed Master.
In simple terms: Only the appointed Master can forgive and judge obedience.
Key Takeaway
Seek guidance from the rightful spiritual authority.
Themes
faith
forgiveness
authority
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
didactic
When to use this quote
- personal confession
- ethical decision making
- religious counseling
Key Concepts
theology
divine judgment
spiritual hierarchy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize true spiritual authority?
- What role does personal conscience play?
A Different Perspective
Human interpretation can distort true authority.
