Desire Quote by Hans Urs von Balthasar
““He is not pestered by the banal desires common to all men; he is tempted by the greatest, the most momentous, messianic temptations; they must be met and overcome in the desert where Israel experienced them and later succumbed.””
About This Quote
Source Theology: "The Glory of the Lord" by Hans Urs von Balthasar, 1965
True spiritual growth confronts profound, demanding challenges rather than trivial desires.
In simple terms: Great challenges shape spiritual depth.
Key Takeaway
Seek deeper, meaningful trials.
Themes
spirituality
temptation
growth
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- pilgrimage
- personal crisis
- faith formation
Key Concepts
existential
theological
moral resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- What “desert” challenges have you faced?
- How can one prepare for profound temptations?
A Different Perspective
Such trials may be overwhelming for many.
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