Doe Quote by Saint Augustine
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“For you [God] are infinite and never change. In you "today" never comes to an end: and yet our "today" does come to an end in you, because time, as well as everything else, exists in you. If it did not, it would have no means of passing. And since your years never come to an end, for you they are simply "today."”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Confessions, Book 13, 5th century
Human perception of time is limited, while divine eternity is unchanging and all-encompassing.
In simple terms: God is timeless; our days end within Him.
Key Takeaway
Recognize divine constancy amid fleeting moments.
Themes
theity
time
divine nature
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- theological study
- meditation
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
Eternalism
philosophy of time
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing God's eternity affect your view of daily struggles?
- What does "today" mean in a timeless context?
A Different Perspective
Human experience of time cannot fully grasp divine eternity.
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