Commit Quote by Saint Augustine
“Drunkenness is a flattering devil, a sweet poison, a pleasant sin, which whosoever hath, hath not himself, which whosoever doth commit, doth not commit sin, but he himself is wholly sin.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: On the Nature of Sin, 5th century
Self‑indulgence masquerades as harmless, yet it corrupts the soul entirely.
In simple terms: Pleasurable sins still corrupt.
Key Takeaway
Guard against deceptive temptations.
Themes
sin
self‑control
spirituality
deception
Mood
reflective
spiritual
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- confessional practice
- spiritual counseling
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
theology
moral philosophy
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- What “sweet poison” tempts you?
- How can you recognize hidden sin?
A Different Perspective
Temptation often feels harmless, making resistance harder.
