Certainty Quote by John of Damascus
“O Mother of God! If I place my confidence in thee, I shall be saved; if I am under thy protection, I have nothing to fear; for the fact of being thy client is a possession of a certainty of salvation which God grants only to those whom He intends to save.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: On the Divine Names, 8th century
Placing trust in divine protection guarantees salvation, emphasizing faith as a certainty granted by God.
In simple terms: Faith in God ensures salvation.
Trust in divine protection.
Themes
Mood
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When to use this quote
- prayer
- pilgrimage
- religious counseling
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does doubt affect your faith?
- What role does personal responsibility play in salvation?
Faith may be challenged by personal suffering.