Attractive Quote by Martin Luther
“Sinners are attractive because they are loved; they are not loved because they are attractive.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: On the Freedom of a Christian, Martin Luther, 1520
People are drawn to sinners not for their virtue but for the love they receive; love is not based on attractiveness.
In simple terms: We love people for being loved, not because they are attractive.
Seek love that is unconditional, not based on appearance.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- dating
- friendships
- family bonds
- community building
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you love someone for who they are or for how they make you feel?
- Can love exist without any attraction?
The statement can be read as cynical, overlooking genuine affection.