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Care Quote by John Woolman

“The care of a wise and good man for his only son is inferior to the regard of the great Parent of the universe for his creatures.” quote by John Woolman
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“The care of a wise and good man for his only son is inferior to the regard of the great Parent of the universe for his creatures.”

John Woolman

About This Quote

Source Journal: Thoughts on Divine Care, John Woolman, 1765

A man's love for his child is modest compared to the universal love a divine parent holds for all creation.

In simple terms: Divine love surpasses human parental love.

Key Takeaway

Seek to emulate universal compassion.

Themes

compassion spirituality parenthood

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

spiritual ethical

When to use this quote

  • charitable work
  • family counseling
  • spiritual retreats

Key Concepts

theology moral philosophy universal love

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice broader compassion?
  • What limits do you feel in your own love?
A Different Perspective

Human love is limited; divine love is abstract.

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