Am Quote by Henry Martyn
“Do not suppose, dearest Sir, that I am so short-sighted as to destroy my life by English preaching, or any other preaching. St. Paul did much good by his preaching, but how much more by his writings.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Letter to the Bishop of London, 1785
He warns against letting rigid doctrinal preaching dominate one's life, valuing written wisdom more than spoken sermons.
In simple terms: Don't let preaching blind you; value writing.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize thoughtful reading over dogmatic preaching.
Themes
faith
humility
wisdom
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal study
- spiritual guidance
- religious education
Key Concepts
theology
critical thinking
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- How can written teachings deepen faith more than sermons?
- What balance should be struck between preaching and reading?
A Different Perspective
Preaching can become dogmatic and limit personal insight.
