Between Quote by Saint Ignatius
“Little by little he came to recognize the difference between the spirits that agitated him, one from the enemy and one from God.”
About This Quote
Source Spiritual: Spiritual of Ignatius, 1552
Inner conflict can be discerned by recognizing whether impulses stem from divine guidance or hostile forces.
In simple terms: Distinguish good from harmful inner voices.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate discernment of inner motivations.
Themes
spirituality
discernment
inner conflict
faith
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- confession
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
psychology
religion
Questions to Reflect On
- What practices help identify the source of inner urges?
- How can one respond to harmful impulses?
A Different Perspective
Not all impulses are clearly labeled as good or evil.
