Amends Quote by John Tillotson
“If our souls be immortal, this makes amends for the frailties of life and the sufferings of this state.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Immortality of the Soul, 1690
Belief in an immortal soul compensates for human weakness and suffering.
In simple terms: Immortality eases life's hardships.
Key Takeaway
Find comfort in spiritual hope.
Themes
faith
mortality
comfort
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- grieving
- coping
- seeking meaning
- confronting death
- dealing with illness
Key Concepts
theology
afterlife
human frailty
Questions to Reflect On
- How does belief in an afterlife affect daily resilience?
- What comforts you in moments of suffering?
A Different Perspective
If immortality is uncertain, the comfort may be illusory.
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