--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: O that our prelates would be as diligent…" description: "\"O that our prelates would be as diligent to sow the corn of good doctrine, as Satan is to sow cockle and darnel!\" — Hugh Latimer" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/5de/hugh-latimer-35352_cockles_o-that-our-prelates-would-be-as-diligent_1689927.jpg" --- # O that our prelates would be as diligent to sow the corn… ![“O that our prelates would be as diligent to sow the corn of good doctrine, as Satan is to sow cockle and darnel!” quote by Hugh Latimer](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/5de/hugh-latimer-35352_cockles_o-that-our-prelates-would-be-as-diligent_1689927.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/5de/hugh-latimer-35352_cockles_o-that-our-prelates-would-be-as-diligent_1689927.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/5de/hugh-latimer-35352_cockles_o-that-our-prelates-would-be-as-diligent_1689927.jpg) > “O that our prelates would be as diligent to sow the corn of good doctrine, as Satan is to sow cockle and darnel!” [Hugh Latimer](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/hugh-latimer/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Preachers should work diligently to spread sound doctrine, just as Satan works to spread harmful falsehoods. **In simple terms:** Teach good ideas fiercely, like evil spreads quickly. Key Takeaway Prioritize teaching truth. Themes religion morality propagation conflict Mood serious determined Type inspirational cautionary When to use this quote - church meetings - public debates - media outreach - education programs Key Concepts doctrine heretical influence spiritual warfare Questions to Reflect On - How can you counter harmful ideas without aggression? - What methods best spread truth today? 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