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“The Church of the Apostles was a Church of the poor; of silver and gold it had none.” quote by Henry Parry Liddon
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“The Church of the Apostles was a Church of the poor; of silver and gold it had none.”

Henry Parry Liddon

About This Quote

Source Sermon: The Church of the Apostles, 1865

True Christianity is defined by poverty, not wealth

In simple terms: The church of the Apostles was poor, lacking riches

Key Takeaway

Embrace humility and serve the needy

Themes

faith poverty humility spiritual authenticity

Mood

serene reflective

Type

theological historical

When to use this quote

  • missionary work
  • charitable foundations
  • simple living movements
  • faith‑based social services

Key Concepts

Biblical poverty Christian ethics social doctrine

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does material wealth affect spiritual focus?
  • What practices sustain humility?
A Different Perspective

Wealth can corrupt spiritual mission

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