Astounded Quote by Mary Faustina Kowalska
“Oh, how great is the goodness of God, greater than we can understand. There are moments and there are mysteries of the divine mercy over which the heavens are astounded. Let our judgment of souls cease, for God's mercy upon them is extraordinary.”
About This Quote
Source Diary: Diary of Saint Faustina, 1930s
Divine mercy surpasses human understanding, urging humility and compassion.
In simple terms: God’s mercy is beyond our grasp.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility and compassion.
Themes
faith
mercy
humility
compassion
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- prayer
- charitable acts
- counseling
- community service
Key Concepts
theology
spirituality
divine love
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you experience divine mercy?
- In what ways can you show compassion?
A Different Perspective
Some may struggle to grasp abstract divine concepts.
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