Earth Quote by John Calvin
“Seeing God hath thus set us at liberty, what rashness it is for worms of the earth to make new laws; as though God had not been wise enough.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Institutes of the Christian Religion, 1536
Human freedom is limited by divine wisdom; earthly authorities should not overreach what God has ordained.
In simple terms: God’s wisdom limits human lawmaking.
Key Takeaway
Respect divine order over human presumption.
Themes
theity
authority
divine wisdom
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- church governance
- legal reform
- personal conduct
Key Concepts
Theology
political philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What laws reflect divine intent?
- How to balance human freedom with divine sovereignty?
A Different Perspective
Human institutions often claim authority beyond their mandate.
