Augustine Quote by Colin S. Smith
“Saint Augustine defined idolatry as worshiping what should be used or using what should be worshiped”
About This Quote
Idolatry is described as misusing what should serve or worshiping what should be used.
In simple terms: Worship the right thing, use what belongs to use.
Key Takeaway
Align purpose with proper objects.
Themes
religion
ethics
misuse
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal devotion
- church teaching
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
idolatry
purpose
misallocation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we distinguish proper use from worship?
- What everyday objects become idols?
![“Again, I hear almost everyday from atheists who write off religion as primitive, premodern nonsense. I summon Aquinas, Augustine, Paul [of Tarsus], Teresa of Avila, Joseph Ratzinger, and Edith Stein-in all their intellectual rigor-as allies in the the struggle against this dismissive atheism.” quote by Robert Barron](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/86d/robert-barron-13186_allies_again-i-hear-almost-everyday-from-atheis_35728.jpg)
