Adoration Quote by John of Damascus
“Christ sits in the body at the right hand of God the Father, but we do not hold that the right hand of the Father is actual place. For how could He that is uncircumscribed have a right hand limited by place? But we understand the right hand of the Father to be the glory and honor of the Godhead in which the Son of God, Who existed as God before the ages, and is of like essence to the Father, and in the end became flesh, has a seat in the body, His flesh sharing in the glory. For He along with His flesh is adored with one adoration by all creation.”
About This Quote
The passage interprets Christ’s exalted position as symbolic of divine glory rather than a literal spatial location, emphasizing the unity of Father and Son in essence and worship.
In simple terms: Christ’s seat signifies divine honor, not a physical place.
Key Takeaway
Divine glory is expressed through relational symbolism.
Themes
theology
Christology
Trinitarian doctrine
Symbolism
Divine authority
Mood
reverent
contemplative
awe-inspiring
Type
doctrinal
theological
expository
When to use this quote
- liturgical teaching
- academic theology
- personal devotion
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
Christ’s exaltation
Father‑Son relationship
Incarnation
Divine glory
Practical Applications
- explaining Christ’s role in worship
- clarifying symbolic language in doctrine
Questions to Reflect On
- How does symbolic language shape believers’ understanding of divine authority?
- What implications does this view have for interpreting other biblical metaphors?
