Angel Quote by Rashi
“We learn from here the humility of the Holy One, Blessed is He. Since man is in the likeness of the angels, and they would be jealous of him, for this reason, He consulted them.”
About This Quote
Source Commentary: Talmudic interpretation, 12th century
He teaches humility by likening divine consultation to angels' jealousy, emphasizing humanity’s shared likeness with the divine.
In simple terms: Humility comes from recognizing our divine likeness and the jealousy it may provoke.
Key Takeaway
Recognize shared divinity to foster humility.
Themes
humility
divine nature
jealousy
Mood
contemplative
spiritual
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- ethical decision‑making
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- In what ways does recognizing divine likeness affect daily behavior?
- How can jealousy be transformed into reverence?
A Different Perspective
Human ego can still dominate despite theological insights.
