Love Quote by Fulton J. Sheen
““Love of self without love of God is selfishness; love of neighbor without love of God embraces only those who are pleasing to us, not those who are hateful.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Love and Faith, 1950
Loving oneself without God is selfish; loving neighbor without God only favors those we like, not the hateful.
In simple terms: True love includes God and all people, even those we dislike.
Key Takeaway
Love through God, include all.
Themes
theology
morality
spirituality
community
selflessness
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
theological
ethical
When to use this quote
- church teaching
- personal reflection
- community service
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
Christian doctrine
ethical love
divine perspective
Questions to Reflect On
- Can love exist without a higher purpose?
- How do we love those we find hateful?
A Different Perspective
Some may argue love can be secular; the quote emphasizes divine basis.
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