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Altar Quote by St. Jerome

“A vice in the heart is an idol on the altar.” quote by St. Jerome — Download Open image

“A vice in the heart is an idol on the altar.”

About This Quote

Source Sermon: Homily on Idols, 400 AD

Heartly vices become worshipped, displacing true devotion.

In simple terms: Bad habits become false idols.

Key Takeaway

Replace vices with virtues.

Themes

spirituality morality idolatry

Mood

solemn reflective

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

personal confession
spiritual retreats
ethical training

Key Concepts

ethical discipline inner transformation

Questions to Reflect On

What personal 'idols' dominate your decisions?
How can you cultivate true devotion?

A Different Perspective

Human weakness may resist change despite awareness.

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