Able Quote by Origen
“For whatever be the knowledge which we are able to obtain of God, either by perception or reflection, we must of necessity believe that He is by many degrees far better than what we perceive Him to be.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: "On First Principles", 3rd century
Human knowledge of God is limited; we must assume divine superiority beyond our perception.
In simple terms: God is greater than we can perceive.
Key Takeaway
Accept divine transcendence.
Themes
theology
humility
knowledge
faith
Mood
contemplative
faithful
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- religious study
- personal meditation
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
classical theology
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humility affect belief?
- What are the limits of human understanding?
A Different Perspective
Assuming superiority may hinder critical inquiry.
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