Blindness Quote by Saint Basil
“Lust hath these three companions: the first, blindness of understanding; the second, hardness of heart; the third, want of grace.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Homily on Lust, 4th century
Lust blinds understanding, hardens the heart, and deprives grace.
In simple terms: Lust clouds judgment and hardens.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate self‑awareness and compassion.
Themes
lust
blindness
hardness
grace
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
ethical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- ethical decisions
- spiritual practice
- counseling
Key Concepts
moral decay
spiritual blindness
Questions to Reflect On
- What internal habits soften the heart?
- How does awareness restore grace?
A Different Perspective
Human nature can resist change without support.
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