Accidents Quote by Maimonides
“I believe with perfect faith that the Creator, blessed be his name, is not a body, and that he is free from all accidents of matter, and that he has not any form whatsoever.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Guide for the Perplexed, 1190
The creator is non‑material, beyond physical accidents, and lacks any form.
In simple terms: God is immaterial and formless.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the spiritual nature of divinity.
Themes
theology
philosophy
metaphysics
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- academic study
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
Divine immateriality
negative theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does a formless deity affect worship?
- What implications does this have for understanding existence?
A Different Perspective
Some traditions view God as having form or attributes.
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