Christian Quote by Jonathan Edwards
“Nothing sets a person so much out of the devil's reach as humility.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Great Awakening, 1740s
Humility keeps a person safe from pride and its dangers.
In simple terms: Humility protects from pride.
Key Takeaway
Practice humility daily.
Themes
humility
pride
spirituality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
moral
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
self‑control
ethics
humility
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humility affect your decisions?
- When can humility become self‑neglect?
A Different Perspective
Humility alone may not solve external challenges.
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