About This Quote
The passage describes a theological view where the divine Word (Christ) and humanity are interwoven, enabling humans to partake in divine likeness beyond angelic limits.
In simple terms: Humanity can reflect divine image through Christ.
Key Takeaway
Divine union transforms human nature.
Themes
theology
Christology
spiritual ascent
mysticism
Type
doctrinal
scriptural
When to use this quote
- liturgical study
- spiritual retreats
- academic theology courses
Key Concepts
incarnation doctrine
anthropology of the divine
Practical Applications
- meditative contemplation on divine-human unity
- educational curricula on Christology
Questions to Reflect On
- What does ‘containing the Word’ mean for daily life?
- How does this view differ from other religious traditions?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations vary; some view the language as metaphorical rather than literal.
![“Therefore have the Jews departed from God, in not receiving His Word, but imagining that they could know the Father [apart] by Himself, without the Word, that is, without the Son; they being ignorant of that God who spake in human shape to Abraham, and again to Moses, saying, “I have surely seen…” quote by The Church Fathers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/f4b/the-church-fathers-1438_holy-spirit_therefore-have-the-jews-departed-from-go_2351634.jpg)
![“[...]he who can speak out of the abundance of God's Word, the wealth of directions, admonitions, and consolations of the Scriptures, will be able through God's Word to drive out demons and help his brother.” quote by Dietrich Bonhoeffer](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/13b/dietrich-bonhoeffer-303_bible_he-who-can-speak-out-of-the-abundance-of_1699619.jpg)
![“both the Mosaic law and the grace of the new covenant, as both fitted for the times [at which they were given], were bestowed by one and the same God for the benefit of the human race.” quote by The Church Fathers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/2e6/the-church-fathers-1438_human-race_both-the-mosaic-law-and-the-grace-of-the_10309.jpg)
![“the precepts of an absolutely perfect life, since they are the same in each Testament, have pointed out [to us] the same God, who certainly has promulgated particular laws adapted for each; but the more prominent and the greatest [commandments], without which salvation cannot [be attained], He has…” quote by The Church Fathers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/415/the-church-fathers-1438_life_the-precepts-of-an-absolutely-perfect-li_33593.jpg)
![“Paul in like manner declares, “Love is the fulfilling of the law:” and [he declares] that when all other things have been destroyed, there shall remain “faith, hope, and love; but the greatest of all is love;” and that apart from the love of God, neither knowledge avails anything, nor the…” quote by The Church Fathers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/f7d/the-church-fathers-1438_faith-hope_paul-in-like-manner-declares-love-is-the_57515.jpg)
![“Mary, having a man betrothed [to her], and being nevertheless a virgin, by yielding obedience, become the cause of salvation, both to herself and the whole human race.” quote by The Church Fathers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/3f5/the-church-fathers-1438_human-race_mary-having-a-man-betrothed-to-her-and-b_123405.jpg)
