Bible Quote by John Locke
“The Bible is one of the greatest blessings bestowed by God on the children of men. It has God for its author; salvation for its end, and truth without any mixture for its matter. It is all pure.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: An Essay Concerning Human Understanding, 1690
The Bible, authored by God, offers pure truth and salvation, serving as a divine blessing for humanity.
In simple terms: The Bible is God's pure, salvific truth.
Key Takeaway
Study its teachings.
Themes
religion
philosophy
salvation
truth
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal devotion
- educational curricula
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
divine authorship
spiritual guidance
ethical foundation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view influence moral decisions?
- What role does scripture play in modern life?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations vary across cultures.
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![“[M]an is not permitted without censure to follow his own thoughts in the search of truth, when they lead him ever so little out of the common road.” quote by John Locke](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/9bd/john-locke-814_censorship_m-an-is-not-permitted-without-censure-to_60175.jpg)
