Rich or poor Quote by Philip Schaff
““But because this man listens and that man scoffs, and most are enamored of the blandishments of vice rather than the wholesome severity of virtue, the people of Christ, whatever be their condition—whether they be kings, princes, judges, soldiers, or provincials, rich or poor, bond or free, male or female—are enjoined to endure this earthly republic, wicked and dissolute as it is, that so they may by this endurance win for themselves an eminent place in that most holy and august assembly of angels and republic of heaven, in which the will of God is the law.””
About This Quote
Source Book: History of the Christian Church, Volume 1, Philip Schaff, 1858
Enduring a corrupt world with virtue leads to heavenly reward.
In simple terms: Virtue in a corrupt world earns heavenly reward.
Key Takeaway
Maintain virtue despite societal vice.
Themes
virtue
endurance
heavenly reward
societal corruption
Mood
reflective
hopeful
serious
Type
ethical
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political leadership
- judicial decisions
- military conduct
- daily personal choices
Key Concepts
Christian theology
ethical perseverance
spiritual reward
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice virtue when surrounded by vice?
- What does “endurance” look like in your life?
A Different Perspective
Virtue may be ignored or punished in the present.
