Alcoholic Quote by Huston Smith
““He is admitting that he is trapped, which realization leads to his desperate cry that we have already quoted, “Who will rescue me from this body of death?” (Romans 14:24). In whatever words it is the cry that every alcoholic has repeated. If there is to be a liberation, it will have to come from without, or better, from above: a higher power.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The World's Religions by Huston Smith, 1971
The quote describes the feeling of being trapped in addiction and the need for external, higher‑power help for liberation.
In simple terms: Addiction feels imprisoning; rescue must come from outside.
Key Takeaway
Seek help beyond yourself.
Themes
addiction
spirituality
help
desperation
liberation
Mood
reflective
hopeful
serious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
spiritual
When to use this quote
- rehabilitation programs
- 12 meetings
- personal crisis
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
higher power
external rescue
spiritual surrender
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you find inner strength without a higher power?
- What role does community play in recovery?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on external rescue may undermine personal responsibility.
