Duty Quote by Maimonides
“It is man's duty to love and to fear God, even without hope of reward or fear of punishment.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Guide for the Perplexed, 1190
One should love and fear God without expecting reward or fearing punishment, reflecting pure devotion.
In simple terms: Love and fear God for its own sake.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate sincere devotion.
Themes
faith
devotion
ethics
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- ethical decision making
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
theology
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one love without expectation?
- What does fear without punishment look like?
A Different Perspective
May be hard to separate love from fear in practice.
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