Ends Quote by Joseph Alleine
“Woe unto thee if after all thy profession thou shouldst be found under the power of ignorance, lost in formality, drowned in earthly-mindedness, envenomed with malice, exalted in an opinion of thine own righteousness, leavened with hypocrisy and carnal ends in God's service.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: 17th‑century Puritan preaching, England
Self‑righteousness and hypocrisy trap believers in ignorance and malice, diverting them from true divine service.
In simple terms: Pride and hypocrisy blind spiritual truth.
Key Takeaway
Seek humility and sincere devotion.
Themes
humility
spirituality
hypocrisy
ignorance
faith
Mood
reflective
serious
inspirational
Type
religious
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- spiritual counseling
- ethical leadership
- community worship
- self‑examination
Key Concepts
self‑righteousness
malice
formalism
spiritual blindness
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal pretensions hinder your spiritual growth?
- How can humility be practiced daily?
A Different Perspective
True devotion requires confronting personal hypocrisy, which can be uncomfortable.
