Compassion Quote by Saint Augustine
“If But for the Mercy of my Lord, that my paradise becomes a woman's hell.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Confessions, Book 1, 397 AD
The speaker fears that without divine mercy, even a heavenly realm could become torment.
In simple terms: Without God's mercy, paradise can feel like hell.
Seek mercy and humility.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- spiritual contemplation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you trust divine mercy?
- How do you define paradise?
The claim assumes a binary view of afterlife; nuance may exist.