Abomination Quote by John of Kronstadt
“The Devil endeavours by every means to keep men in error, in the enticement of the passions, in darkness of mind and heart; in pride, avarice, covetousness, envy, hatred, wicked impatience and irritation; in evil despondence, in the abominations of fornication, adultery, theft, false-witness, blasphemy, negligence, slothfulness, and sluggishness.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Spiritual Warfare, 1885
The Devil uses many vices—pride, envy, sloth—to keep humanity in error and darkness.
In simple terms: Sinful vices trap humanity.
Key Takeaway
Guard against pride, envy, and laziness.
Themes
sin
spiritual warfare
morality
Mood
solemn
reflective
Type
spiritual
didactic
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- confessional practice
- community teaching
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
theology
human nature
ethical vigilance
Questions to Reflect On
- Which vice most challenges you?
- How can you strengthen moral resilience?
A Different Perspective
Human nature can resist vices without guidance.
