Celestial Quote by Michel de Montaigne
“Man will rise, if God by exception lends him a hand; he will rise by abandoning and renouncing his own means, and letting himselfbe raised and uplifted by purely celestial means.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “Apology for Raymond Sebond,” Book I, 1580
Human ascent depends on divine aid; abandoning personal means for spiritual uplift.
In simple terms: Rise through divine help, not personal effort.
Key Takeaway
Seek humility and spiritual reliance.
Themes
faith
humility
spiritual dependence
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- prayer
- meditation
- ethical decision‑making
- community service
Key Concepts
theology
philosophical surrender
Questions to Reflect On
- How can faith complement personal responsibility?
- What role does humility play in personal growth?
A Different Perspective
May ignore practical agency and effort.
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