Men Quote by Jeremiah Burroughs
“Temptations will no more prevail over a contented man, than a dart that is thrown against a brazen wall.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: “The Christian’s Contentment” by Jeremiah Burroughs, 1650
A contented person is as impenetrable as a brick wall to temptation.
In simple terms: Contentment blocks temptation like a wall.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner peace to resist urges.
Themes
contentment
temptation
strength
spirituality
Mood
calm
steady
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- stressful work
- financial decisions
- relationship conflicts
Key Concepts
self‑control
Christian ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain contentment under stress?
- What walls have you built against temptation?
A Different Perspective
Contentment can be shaken by external pressures or unresolved desires.
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