Age Quote by John Quincy Adams
“I speak as a man of the world to men of the world; and I say to you, Search the Scriptures! The Bible is the book of all others, to be read at all ages, and in all conditions of human life; not to be read once or twice or thrice through, and then laid aside, but to be read in small portions of one or two chapters every day, and never to be intermitted, unless by some overruling necessity.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Correspondence by John Quincy Adams, 1815
Encourages daily, incremental reading of the Bible as a lifelong spiritual practice.
In simple terms: Read a little each day.
Key Takeaway
Make scripture a daily habit.
Themes
faith
discipline
spiritual growth
Mood
reflective
devotional
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal devotion
- family worship
- education curricula
Key Concepts
habit formation
religious study
Questions to Reflect On
- How does daily reading shape your worldview?
- Can other texts complement this practice?
A Different Perspective
May limit exposure to broader perspectives if exclusive.
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