Blessedness Quote by Saint Augustine
“It is He who gave to this intellectual nature free-will of such a kind, that if he wishes to forsake God his blessedness, misery should forthwith result.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Confessions, Book 10, 397 AD
Human free will can lead to rejecting God, resulting in suffering.
In simple terms: Choosing to reject God brings misery.
Key Takeaway
Guard your will against forsaking God.
Themes
free will
spirituality
consequences
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- spiritual crises
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
theology
morality
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you ever feel your choices lead to suffering?
- How can one align will with higher purpose?
A Different Perspective
Free will alone may not determine outcomes; external factors matter.
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