Aside Quote by Saint Augustine
“He who thinks he lives without sin puts aside not sin, but pardon.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: City of God, Book 10, 426 AD
Suggests that acknowledging sin leads to seeking pardon, not denial of sin itself.
In simple terms: Admit sin, seek forgiveness.
Key Takeaway
Seek pardon, not denial.
Themes
sin
redemption
humility
spiritual growth
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- confession
- spiritual counseling
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
theology
self-awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does acknowledgment change behavior?
- What role does grace play?
A Different Perspective
May be misread as endorsing sin.
