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Eternity Quote by Hugh Reginald Haweis

“Give God the margin of eternity to justify himself.” quote by Hugh Reginald Haweis
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“Give God the margin of eternity to justify himself.”

Hugh Reginald Haweis

About This Quote

Advocates allowing infinite time for divine self-justification, implying human judgments are premature.

In simple terms: Patience in assessing the divine.

Key Takeaway

Divine motives need temporal distance.

Themes

theology patience humility epistemology

Mood

contemplative reverent

Type

aphorism spiritual

When to use this quote

  • theological debate
  • personal crisis
  • interfaith dialogue

Key Concepts

eternity justification human limitation

Practical Applications

  • philosophical essays
  • spiritual counseling

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does time affect our perception of divine actions?
  • Can we ever fully understand a deity's motives?
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