Apostle Quote by Elias Hicks
“What encouragement the apostle holds out to us. O my friends, that we might leave all our pretensions, and come to the truth in our own hearts.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Lecture by Elias Hicks, 1840s
Encourages abandoning false pretenses to find inner truth.
In simple terms: Drop pretensions, seek truth within.
Key Takeaway
Be honest with yourself.
Themes
self‑knowledge
integrity
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- spiritual practice
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
humility
inner truth
self‑realization
Questions to Reflect On
- What pretensions are you holding?
- How can honesty improve your life?
A Different Perspective
True self may be uncomfortable to confront.
