Divine justice Quote by Jonathan Edwards
““They deserve to be cast into hell; so that divine justice never stands in the way, it makes no objection against God’s using his power at any moment to destroy them. Yea, on the contrary, justice calls aloud for an infinite punishment of their sins. Divine justice says of the tree that brings forth such grapes of Sodom, “Cut it down, why cumbereth it the ground?” Luke xiii. 7.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Nature of Divine Justice, 1740
Divine justice demands severe punishment for sinful acts, likening them to corrupt fruit that must be removed.
In simple terms: God punishes grave sins severely.
Key Takeaway
Recognize moral consequences of actions.
Themes
justice
divine wrath
morality
Mood
solemn
serious
Type
theological
didactic
When to use this quote
- legal judgments
- personal decisions
- social policy
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What role does forgiveness play?
- How can societies balance justice and mercy?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on punishment can ignore redemption.
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