Fearful Quote by Jeremy Taylor
“Nothing is greater, or more fearful sacrilege than to prostitute the great name of God to the petulancy of an idle tongue”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Worthy Life, 1650
Profaning God's name through idle talk is a grave sacrilege, more fearful than any other sin.
In simple terms: Misusing God's name is a serious sin.
Key Takeaway
Guard your speech.
Themes
faith
speech
sacrifice
Mood
solemn
serious
Type
religious
ethical
When to use this quote
- church service
- public speaking
- social media
- family dinner
Key Concepts
theology
morality
language ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does language reflect reverence?
- What habits protect sacred speech?
A Different Perspective
Intent may be unintentional.
