Accomplishment Quote by Saint Augustine
“Feast of Willibrord of York, Archbishop of Utrecht, Apostle of Frisia, 739 Other sins find their vent in the accomplishment of evil deeds, whereas pride lies in wait for good deeds, to destroy them.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Homily on Pride, 739 AD
Pride hides behind good deeds, turning them into evil, unlike other sins that vent through wrongdoing.
In simple terms: Pride corrupts good actions.
Key Takeaway
Guard motives behind deeds.
Themes
morality
pride
spirituality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- confessional practice
- ethical decision making
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
sin
virtue
intentionality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you recognize pride in your actions?
- What practices reveal true intent?
A Different Perspective
Pride can be subtle and hard to detect.
