Earth Quote by Isaac of Nineveh
“There is love like a small lamp, which goes out when the oil is consumed; or like a stream which dries up when it doesn't rain. But there is a love that is like a mighty spring gushing up out of the earth; it keeps flowing forever, and is inexhaustible.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Homily on love, 6th century
Love can be fleeting like a lamp or stream, but divine love is endless like a spring.
In simple terms: Divine love never runs out.
Key Takeaway
Seek and embody enduring love.
Themes
spirituality
love
perseverance
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- spiritual practice
- counseling
- community building
Key Concepts
theology
metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What does endless love mean to you?
- How can you cultivate lasting love?
A Different Perspective
Human love is limited; expecting endless love may cause disappointment.
