Bitter Quote by Francois Fenelon
“As the reflections of our pride upon our defects are bitter, disheartening, and vexatious, so the return of the soul towards God is peaceful and sustained by confidence. You will find by experience how much more your progress will be aided by this simple, peaceful turning towards God, than by all your chagrin and spite at .the faults that exist in you.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Les Aventures de l'Âme (The Adventures of the Soul) by François de Salignac de la Mothe-Fénelon, 1688
Recognizing our flaws can be painful, but turning toward God brings peace and confidence, which more effectively advances personal growth than dwelling on resentment.
In simple terms: Seeing faults hurts; trusting God heals and helps progress.
Key Takeaway
Seek divine confidence over self‑criticism.
Themes
spirituality
humility
growth
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- spiritual practice
- conflict resolution
- self‑improvement
Key Concepts
theology
self‑reflection
faith
Questions to Reflect On
- How does faith change your response to personal flaws?
- What practices foster confidence in divine guidance?
A Different Perspective
Relying solely on self‑effort may ignore the need for community support.
