--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: A man that is an heretic, after the first…" description: "\"A man that is an heretic, after the first and second admonition, reject; knowing that he that is such is subverted, and sinneth, being condemned of him..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/8f3/irenaeus-of-lyons-18423_admonition_a-man-that-is-an-heretic-after-the-first_933898.png" --- # A man that is an heretic, after the first and second… ![“A man that is an heretic, after the first and second admonition, reject; knowing that he that is such is subverted, and sinneth, being condemned of himself.” quote by Irenaeus of Lyons](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/8f3/irenaeus-of-lyons-18423_admonition_a-man-that-is-an-heretic-after-the-first_933898.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/8f3/irenaeus-of-lyons-18423_admonition_a-man-that-is-an-heretic-after-the-first_933898.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/8f3/irenaeus-of-lyons-18423_admonition_a-man-that-is-an-heretic-after-the-first_933898.png) > “A man that is an heretic, after the first and second admonition, reject; knowing that he that is such is subverted, and sinneth, being condemned of himself.” [Irenaeus of Lyons](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/irenaeus-of-lyons/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. A heretic, after repeated warnings, denies truth, becoming self‑condemned and morally corrupted. **In simple terms:** Repeated warnings lead a heretic to self‑condemnation. Key Takeaway Heed warnings and seek truth. Themes faith heretical morality Mood reflective serious Type theological ethical When to use this quote - religious instruction - personal reflection - community counseling Key Concepts theology self‑deception spiritual integrity Questions to Reflect On - What drives a person to reject repeated admonitions? - How can communities respond compassionately? 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