--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Jung has so eloquently written of this…" description: "\"“Jung has so eloquently written of this biblical admonition: Acceptance of oneself is the essence of the moral problem and the acid test of one’s whole..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/142/james-hollis-13286_bible_jung-has-so-eloquently-written-of-this-b_2823794.jpg" --- # Jung has so eloquently written of this biblical… ![“Jung has so eloquently written of this biblical admonition: Acceptance of oneself is the essence of the moral problem and the acid test of one’s whole outlook on life. That I feed the beggar, that I forgive an insult, that I love my enemy in the name of Christ—all these are undoubtedly great…” quote by James Hollis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/142/james-hollis-13286_bible_jung-has-so-eloquently-written-of-this-b_2823794.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/142/james-hollis-13286_bible_jung-has-so-eloquently-written-of-this-b_2823794.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/142/james-hollis-13286_bible_jung-has-so-eloquently-written-of-this-b_2823794.jpg) > ““Jung has so eloquently written of this biblical admonition: Acceptance of oneself is the essence of the moral problem and the acid test of one’s whole outlook on life. That I feed the beggar, that I forgive an insult, that I love my enemy in the name of Christ—all these are undoubtedly great virtues. What I do unto the least of my brethren, that I do unto Christ. But what if I should discover that the least amongst them all, the poorest of all beggars, the most impudent of all offenders, yea the very fiend himself—that these are within me, and that I myself stand in need of the alms of my own kindness, that I myself am the enemy who must be loved—what then?48”” [James Hollis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/james-hollis/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Self‑acceptance involves loving all parts of oneself, even the darkest, as a moral imperative. **In simple terms:** Love every part of yourself. Key Takeaway Embrace whole self. Themes self‑acceptance morality spirituality Mood reflective spiritual Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - therapy - spiritual practice - conflict resolution - personal growth Key Concepts Jungian psychology ethical philosophy Questions to Reflect On - How do you love your “enemy” self? - What practices help integrate shadow aspects? 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