Christian Quote by John Bunyan
“The fear of God is the beginning of wisdom, and they that lack the beginning have neither middle nor end”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Pilgrim's Progress, 1678
Fear of God initiates wisdom; without this foundation, one lacks both progress and completion.
In simple terms: Fear of God starts wisdom; without it, there is no growth.
Begin with reverence to grow wisely.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal development
- religious study
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does reverence shape your understanding of wisdom?
- What foundations guide your moral growth?
May be too dogmatic for secular readers.