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“When we celebrate Christmas, we are celebrating that amazing time when the Word that shouted all the galaxies into being limited all power and, for love of us, came to us in the powerless body of a human baby.” quote by Madeleine L'Engle
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“When we celebrate Christmas, we are celebrating that amazing time when the Word that shouted all the galaxies into being limited all power and, for love of us, came to us in the powerless body of a human baby.”

Madeleine L'Engle

About This Quote

Source Book: A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle, 1962

The quote links the Christian incarnation of Jesus with the cosmic act of creation, emphasizing divine love expressed through humility.

In simple terms: God became human out of love.

Key Takeaway

Recognize humility as divine power.

Themes

faith incarnation humility creation love

Mood

reverent inspirational

Type

theological spiritual

When to use this quote

  • church services
  • personal devotion
  • teaching children about faith
  • interfaith dialogue

Key Concepts

Christology theology cosmology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does humility shape your understanding of power?
  • What does “powerless body” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Some may view the theological claim as exclusive to Christianity.

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