Angel Quote by Meister Eckhart
“A question arises regarding the angels who dwell with us, serve us and protect us, whether their joys are equal to those of the angels in heaven, or whether they are diminished by the fact that they protect and serve us. No, they are certainly not; for the work of the angels is the will of God, and the will of God is the work of the angels; their service to us does not hinder their joy nor their working. If God told an angel to go to a tree and pluck caterpillars off it, the angel would be quite ready to do so, and it would be his happiness, if it were the will of God.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Theologia Germanica, c. 1320
Divine service aligns angelic will with God's will, so their joy is not reduced by serving humanity.
In simple terms: Angels find joy in doing God's will, even when serving humans.
Key Takeaway
Serve willingly, trusting divine purpose.
Themes
theity
service
joy
divine will
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
spiritual
theological
When to use this quote
- prayer
- spiritual counseling
- ethical decision making
- missionary work
Key Concepts
Theology
angelology
free will
Questions to Reflect On
- How does serving others affect your sense of purpose?
- Can duty align with personal happiness?
A Different Perspective
Human suffering may limit understanding of angelic joy.
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