Deeper Quote by Frederick William Robertson
“Two thousand years ago there was One here on this earth who lived the grandest life that ever has been lived yet - a life that every thinking man, with deeper or shallower meaning, has agreed to call divine.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Divine Life, 1855
A man lived a life so profound it is regarded as divine by thoughtful people.
In simple terms: A profound life is seen as divine.
Key Takeaway
Seek depth and meaning in life.
Themes
spirituality
meaning
divine
human potential
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
- creative pursuits
- leadership
Key Concepts
philosophy
theology
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines a 'divine' life?
- Can ordinary lives achieve such greatness?
A Different Perspective
Risk of idealizing or mythologizing human experience.
