Away Quote by Saint Bernard
“Christian, learn from Christ how you ought to love Christ. Learn a love that is tender, wise, strong; love with tenderness, not passion, wisdom, not foolishness, and strength, lest you become weary and turn away from the love of the Lord.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Christian love instruction, 12th century
Love should be gentle, wise, and strong, not driven by reckless passion; it requires balance of tenderness and wisdom to avoid burnout.
In simple terms: Love needs balance of tenderness and wisdom.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate steady, wise love.
Themes
faith
love
wisdom
spirituality
balance
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- spiritual mentorship
- personal reflection
- community building
Key Concepts
theology
ethical guidance
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “tenderness not passion” mean for daily relationships?
- How can one maintain strength without becoming weary?
A Different Perspective
Passionate love without wisdom can lead to exhaustion.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
