Children Quote by Martin Luther
“Whoever teaches differently from what I have taught, or whoever condemns me therein, he condemns God and must remain a child of hell.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Sermon on the Christian Life, 1525
Criticizing those who reject Luther’s teachings equates to rejecting God, implying spiritual peril.
In simple terms: Rejecting his teaching is seen as rejecting God, leading to damnation.
Beware of condemning others without understanding.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- church debates
- personal convictions
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does labeling dissent as evil affect dialogue?
- Can faith coexist with differing interpretations?