Conformity Quote by Nicolas Malebranche
“Do not fear lest you should meditate too much upon Him and speak of Him in an unworthy way, providing you are led by faith. Do not fear lest you should entertain false opinions of Him so long as they are in conformity with the notion of the infinitely perfect Being.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: The Search After Truth, 1679
Faith guides reverence, but excessive fear of misrepresentation can hinder sincere devotion.
In simple terms: Fear of misrepresenting God should not stop faithful expression.
Key Takeaway
Balance reverence with honest inquiry.
Themes
faith
fear
devotion
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- prayer
- study
- teaching
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual humility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you express faith without fear?
- What role does doubt play in belief?
A Different Perspective
Too much fear may stifle genuine belief.
