Abel Quote by Joseph Hall
“Death did not first strike Adam, the first sinful man, nor Cain, the first hypocrite, but Abel, the innocent and righteous. The first soul that met with death, overcame death; the first soul that parted from earth went to heaven. Death argues not displeasure, because he whom God loved best dies first, and the murderer is punished with living.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: The Art of Divine Meditations, 1650
The first death was of the innocent Abel, showing that death spares the righteous and punishes the wicked.
In simple terms: Abel died first, showing death favors the righteous.
Key Takeaway
Recognize that virtue may be tested early.
Themes
justice
divine order
morality
Mood
contemplative
solemn
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- spiritual reflection
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
afterlife
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this perspective influence your view of suffering?
- What does it mean for justice after death?
A Different Perspective
This view assumes a literal biblical framework, which may not hold for all readers.
