--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: God save us always,' I said 'from the…" description: "\"God save us always,' I said 'from the innocent and the good.\" — Graham Greene" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/33b/graham-greene-441_god_god-save-us-always-i-said-from-the-innoc_2888047.jpg" --- # God save us always,' I said 'from the innocent and the good. ![“God save us always,' I said 'from the innocent and the good.” quote by Graham Greene](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/33b/graham-greene-441_god_god-save-us-always-i-said-from-the-innoc_2888047.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/33b/graham-greene-441_god_god-save-us-always-i-said-from-the-innoc_2888047.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/33b/graham-greene-441_god_god-save-us-always-i-said-from-the-innoc_2888047.jpg) > “God save us always,' I said 'from the innocent and the good.” [Graham Greene](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/graham-greene/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Even the innocent and good can be sources of danger; we need divine protection. **In simple terms:** Even good can harm. Key Takeaway Seek divine safeguard. Themes faith danger morality Mood somber thoughtful Type spiritual ethical When to use this quote - ethical dilemmas - personal safety plans Key Concepts human fallibility spiritual vigilance Questions to Reflect On - Who do you consider a hidden threat? - How does faith guide your protection? A Different Perspective May foster distrust. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet [God](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/god/) ## Related quotes > [“My name is Llian. I've come to save you." 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