Despised Quote by Helen Keller
““God sleepeth not, and He will visit His judgement upon you. Better were it for you to have a millstone hung about your neck and sink into the sea than to be hated and despised of all men.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Story of My Life by Helen Keller, 1903
Divine judgment is inevitable; suffering is worse than being despised by all.
In simple terms: God's judgment is certain; worse than being hated.
Key Takeaway
Avoid actions that incur divine wrath.
Themes
morality
judgment
consequences
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
ethical
theological
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- social reputation
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
retribution
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you fear divine judgment or social ostracism?
- How do you define moral failure?
A Different Perspective
Human interpretation of divine judgment varies.
