Afraid Quote by François Fénelon
““What then are we afraid of? Can we have too much of God? Is it a misfortune to be freed from the heavy yoke of the world, and to bear the light burden of Jesus Christ? Do we fear to be too happy, too much deliver from ourselves, from the caprices of pride, the violence of our passions, and the tyranny of this deceitful world?””
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Spiritual Reflections, 1690s
Fear of excess divine love or freedom can stem from pride and worldly passions, yet true joy lies in divine simplicity.
In simple terms: Too much joy can be scary.
Key Takeaway
Seek simple, divine contentment.
Themes
faith
freedom
pride
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
religious
philosophical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- meditation
- ethical choices
Key Concepts
theology
human desire
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you fear too much happiness?
- How to balance divine love with worldly duties?
A Different Perspective
Excessive piety may ignore practical needs.
