Contempt Quote by Jonathan Edwards
“If you seek in the spirit of selfishness, to grasp all as your own, you shall lose all, and be driven out of the world, at last, naked and forlorn, to everlasting poverty and contempt.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God, 1741
Selfish pursuit leads to loss and isolation, ending in spiritual poverty and contempt.
In simple terms: Selfishness causes loss and loneliness.
Key Takeaway
Avoid selfishness; seek generosity.
Themes
selfishness
spirituality
consequences
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
moral
religious
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- community building
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Christian ethics
moral decay
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true generosity look like for you?
- How can you balance self‑care with caring for others?
A Different Perspective
Selfishness may sometimes protect personal interests.
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