Combat Quote by Philip Neri
“Let the sick man enter into the Side of Jesus and His most holy Wounds; let him not be afraid, but combat manfully, and he will come forth victorious.”
About This Quote
Source Prayer: Devotions of Saint Philip Neri, 16th century
Faithful surrender to Christ’s suffering brings courage and triumph over illness.
In simple terms: Trust Jesus’s wounds for strength.
Key Takeaway
Embrace suffering, trust divine aid.
Themes
faith
courage
healing
spiritual warfare
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- hospital visits
- personal illness
- spiritual counseling
- missionary work
Key Concepts
Christology
sacramental theology
redemptive suffering
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance spiritual trust with seeking medical help?
- What does “combat manfully” mean in daily life?
A Different Perspective
May reliance on divine wounds overlook practical medical care.
