Accounts Quote by Saint Patrick
“I am not ignorant of what is said of my Lord in the Psalm: "You destroy those who speak a lie." And again: "A lying mouth deals death to the soul." And likewise the Lord says in the Gospel: "On the day of judgment men shall render account for every idle word they utter."”
About This Quote
Words have moral weight; falsehood harms the soul and will be judged, so speak truthfully.
In simple terms: Speak truth, avoid lies.
Key Takeaway
Guard your speech.
Themes
ethics
truth
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal conversations
- public speaking
- social media posts
Key Concepts
moral responsibility
religious teaching
Questions to Reflect On
- What truth do you need to speak today?
- How do you handle harmful rumors?
A Different Perspective
The context may differ across traditions; literal interpretation can be limiting.
