Drink Quote by Jesus Christ
“For behold, I, God, have asuffered¢ these things for all, that they might not suffer if they would repent; But if they would not repent they must suffer¢ even as I; Which suffering caused myself, even God, the greatest of all, to tremble because of pain, and to bleed at every pore, and to suffer both body and spiritand would that I might not¢ drink the bitter cup, and shrink.”
About This Quote
Source Gospel: New Testament, Matthew 27:46, 1st century CE
Divine suffering shows empathy with human pain, urging repentance and compassion.
In simple terms: God shares human suffering to inspire change.
Key Takeaway
Recognize shared pain, seek transformation.
Themes
sacrifice
empathy
redemption
Mood
solemn
hopeful
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- prayer groups
- counseling
- social justice work
- personal meditation
Key Concepts
Theology
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does shared suffering affect your actions?
- What does repentance mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations vary across traditions.
