Bigs Quote by Evelyn Underhill
“If God were small enough to be understood, He would not be big enough to be worshipped.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Mysticism and the Sacred, 1935
The divine is beyond human comprehension; making it too understandable diminishes reverence.
In simple terms: God is too vast to be fully grasped.
Key Takeaway
Accept mystery over certainty.
Themes
faith
transcendence
humility
Mood
awe
contemplative
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- theological study
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
theology
mysticism
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does understanding limit worship?
- Can mystery coexist with belief?
A Different Perspective
Human desire for certainty can conflict with reverence.
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