Devil Quote by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
“It is Lucifer, The son of mystery; And since God suffers him to be, He too, is God's minister, And labors for some good By us not understood.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Sermon of the Sun”, 1863
Divine paradox: a being of mystery serves a higher purpose, working toward unknown good.
In simple terms: Mystery serves a greater good.
Key Takeaway
Accept that some actions have unseen benefits.
Themes
faith
mystery
purpose
Mood
thoughtful
contemplative
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- spiritual reflection
- ethical debates
- personal decision making
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What unseen good might your struggles serve?
- How do you reconcile mystery with reason?
A Different Perspective
May be interpreted as endorsing blind obedience.
