Awe Quote by Saint Augustine
“Wonderful is the depth of thy words, whose surface is before us, gently leading on the little ones: and yet a wonderful deepness, O my God, a wonderful deepness. It is awe to look into it; even an awfulness of honour, and a trembling of love.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: On the Depth of Faith, 400 AD
Profound spiritual truth can be both awe‑inspiring and humbling, evoking reverence and love.
In simple terms: Deep faith inspires awe and love.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the mystery of faith.
Themes
spirituality
humility
reverence
Mood
reverent
inspirational
Type
theological
poetic
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- religious study
- contemplation
Key Concepts
theology
mysticism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does confronting divine mystery affect your daily life?
- What practices help balance awe with humility?
A Different Perspective
Such depth can overwhelm the unprepared.
