Affection Quote by John Campbell Shairp
“That image or rather that Person, so human, yet so entirely Divine, has a power to fill the imagination, to arrest the affections, to deepen and purify the conscience, which nothing else in the world has.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Divine Person, 1865
The divine human inspires imagination, stirs emotions, and purifies conscience unlike any worldly thing.
In simple terms: Divine humanity awakens mind and heart.
Key Takeaway
Seek experiences that elevate both mind and spirit.
Themes
spirituality
art
conscience
Mood
reflective
inspired
Type
philosophical
poetic
When to use this quote
- reading poetry
- contemplating art
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
human divinity
aesthetic influence
moral purification
Questions to Reflect On
- How does divine imagery affect your moral choices?
- Can art truly purify conscience?
A Different Perspective
May idealize the divine, overlooking human flaws.
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