God Quote by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing
“Pure truth is for God alone.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Nathan the Wise, Gotthold Ephraim Lessing, 1779
Only a divine being can embody absolute truth; human perspectives are limited.
In simple terms: Truth belongs to God alone.
Key Takeaway
Seek humility in human judgments.
Themes
faith
philosophy
truth
humility
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- theological debate
- ethical decision making
- interfaith dialogue
- personal belief formation
Key Concepts
divine perfection
human limitation
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- Can humans approach truth without divine authority?
- What role does faith play in seeking truth?
A Different Perspective
Human truth‑seeking can still be valuable despite limits.
