Body Quote by Sallust
“The essences of the Gods never came into existence (for that which always is never comes into existence; and that exists for ever which possesses primary force and by nature suffers nothing): neither do they consist of bodies; for even in bodies the powers are incorporeal. Neither are they contained by space; for that is a property of bodies. Neither are they separate from the first cause nor from one another, just as thoughts are not separate from mind nor acts of knowledge from the soul.”
About This Quote
The divine essence is immutable, non‑material, and beyond spatial constraints, existing eternally as pure force.
In simple terms: Gods are eternal, non‑physical forces.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the limits of material explanations.
Themes
philosophy
metaphysics
theology
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- religious discourse
- philosophical debate
- spiritual contemplation
Key Concepts
eternal existence
non‑material reality
causality
mind‑body dualism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “primary force” mean to you?
- How do you reconcile material and immaterial worlds?
A Different Perspective
The concept may be seen as speculative.
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