Ashamed Quote by Saint John Chrysostom
“Be ashamed when you sin, not when you repent.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Homily on Repentance, 4th century
Feel shame for wrongdoing, not for sincere repentance, because repentance restores virtue.
In simple terms: Be ashamed of sin, not of repentance.
Key Takeaway
Embrace repentance without guilt.
Themes
morality
repentance
humility
spiritual growth
Mood
serious
encouraging
Type
religious
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal failure
- confession
- spiritual counseling
- self-improvement
Key Concepts
ethical responsibility
redemption
Questions to Reflect On
- What prevents you from truly repenting?
- How can you support others in sincere repentance?
A Different Perspective
Some may misuse repentance to avoid accountability.
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