Conceiving Quote by Saint Augustine
“It was not the visible sun, but its invisible Creator who consecrated this day for us, when the Virgin Mother, fertile of womb and integral in her virginity, brought him forth, made visible for us, by whom, when he was invisible, she too was created. A Virgin conceiving, a Virgin bearing, a Virgin pregnant, a Virgin bringing forth, a Virgin perpetual. Why do you wonder at this, O man?”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Homily on the Nativity, 4th century
The quote emphasizes that God's unseen presence sanctifies the day, and the Virgin Mary, though perpetually virgin, brings forth the divine, urging humans not to marvel at the mystery.
In simple terms: God's unseen work sanctifies life; Mary embodies divine mystery.
Key Takeaway
Recognize divine mystery beyond appearances.
Themes
theity
divine mystery
faith
humility
theology
Mood
reverent
contemplative
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Worship services
- personal meditation
- theological study
- artistic depiction of nativity
Key Concepts
Incarnation
veneration
paradox of virginity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing unseen divine work affect your daily life?
- In what ways can you honor mystery without doubt?
A Different Perspective
The focus on invisibility may limit appreciation of tangible faith experiences.
