Darkness Quote by Saint Augustine
![“They who shall enter into [the] joy [of the Lord] shall know what is going on outside in the outer darkness. . .The saints'. . . knowledge, which shall be great, shall keep them acquainted. . .with the eternal sufferings of the lost.” quote by Saint Augustine](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d5d/saint-augustine-328_darkness_they-who-shall-enter-into-the-joy-of-the_714270.jpg)
“They who shall enter into [the] joy [of the Lord] shall know what is going on outside in the outer darkness. . .The saints'. . . knowledge, which shall be great, shall keep them acquainted. . .with the eternal sufferings of the lost.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Homily on the Joy of the Lord, c. 400 AD
Those who experience divine joy are aware of external darkness and remain compassionate toward the suffering.
In simple terms: Divine joy brings awareness of others' pain.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate compassion through spiritual joy.
Themes
spirituality
compassion
awareness
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
religious
inspirational
When to use this quote
- charitable work
- counseling
- prayer groups
Key Concepts
theology
mysticism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does joy change your view of suffering?
- What practices sustain your spiritual awareness?
A Different Perspective
Spiritual joy may be challenged by personal suffering.
