Love Quote by Kenneth Richard Samples
““If God is a single person, then before God created, he was alone in eternity. God had no one to love but himself. But self-love can be toxic, and it is certainly not as rich and vibrant as having love for someone else. Therefore, in traditional monotheism, God had to create other persons (angels or humans) to have someone to love. But if this were true, then God is dependent on the creation for fulfillment.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Theological speculation, 2018
If God were a single being, he would have been alone before creation, implying self‑love is insufficient and prompting creation for companionship.
In simple terms: God’s loneliness suggests creation for love.
Key Takeaway
Consider the relational nature of divine and human love.
Themes
theology
loneliness
creation
Mood
reflective
speculative
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- religious doctrine
- philosophical debate
- personal spirituality
Key Concepts
self‑love
dependence
divine relationality
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this view say about the purpose of relationships?
- How does divine dependence compare to human dependence?
A Different Perspective
Speculation may conflict with traditional doctrines.
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