Death Quote by Guideposts
““For the Lord does not see as mortals see; they look on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart.” —1 Samuel 16:7 (NRSV)””
About This Quote
Source Bible: 1 Samuel 16:7 (NRSV)
God judges people by inner character, not external appearance.
In simple terms: God looks at the heart, not looks.
Key Takeaway
Focus on inner virtues.
Themes
spirituality
character
judgment
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
religious
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- leadership selection
- self‑assessment
Key Concepts
theology
inner values
perception
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you value more: appearance or character?
- How can you see beyond surface impressions?
A Different Perspective
Human bias often favors outward traits over inner truth.
![“Do not look on [her] appearance or on the height of [her] stature, because I have rejected [her]; for the Lord does not see as mortals see; they look on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart. --1 Samuel 16:7” quote by Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/5ab/anonymous-1_death_do-not-look-on-her-appearance-or-on-the_3006045.jpg)
