Closed eyes Quote by John Calvin
“For it is better, with closed eyes, to follow God as our guide, than, by relying on our own prudence, to wander through those circuitous paths which it devises for us.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Institutes of the Christian Religion, Book 2, 1559
Relying on divine guidance is safer than trusting our own limited judgment.
In simple terms: Trust God over self‑reliance.
Key Takeaway
Seek divine direction.
Themes
faith
guidance
humility
Mood
reflective
reverent
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- making life choices
- spiritual decisions
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
theology
divine providence
human limitation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern when to trust intuition versus divine guidance?
- What practices help you stay open to spiritual direction?
A Different Perspective
Human reason can still offer valuable insight when balanced with faith.
