--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Behold, you are nothing, and your work is…" description: "\"“Behold, you are nothing, and your work is less than nothing; an abomination is he who chooses you.”\" — Crossway" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/38c/crossway-14085_work_behold-you-are-nothing-and-your-work-is_1164955.jpg" --- # Behold, you are nothing, and your work is less than… ![“Behold, you are nothing, and your work is less than nothing; an abomination is he who chooses you.” quote by Crossway](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/38c/crossway-14085_work_behold-you-are-nothing-and-your-work-is_1164955.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/38c/crossway-14085_work_behold-you-are-nothing-and-your-work-is_1164955.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/38c/crossway-14085_work_behold-you-are-nothing-and-your-work-is_1164955.jpg) > ““Behold, you are nothing,         and your work is less than nothing;         an abomination is he who chooses you.”” Crossway ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Conveys a sense of insignificance and condemnation, suggesting that being chosen is a curse. **In simple terms:** Feeling worthless and condemned. Key Takeaway Recognize self‑worth despite harsh judgments. Themes humility spiritual crisis identity Mood somber reflective Type philosophical spiritual When to use this quote - personal doubt - faith crisis - social alienation - moral judgment Key Concepts theology existentialism Questions to Reflect On - Why do you feel judged by higher powers? - What gives you meaning beyond external condemnation? 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