Holy spirit Quote by The Church Fathers
““Now man is a mixed organization of soul and flesh, who was formed after the likeness of God, and moulded by His hands, that is, by the Son and Holy Spirit, to whom also He said, “Let Us make man.””
About This Quote
Source Theological Treatise: Creation Doctrine, 4th century
Man is a composite of soul and flesh, created in God’s likeness and shaped by divine triune.
In simple terms: Man is soul, flesh, divine image.
Key Takeaway
Recognize humanity’s spiritual and physical unity.
Themes
theology
anthropology
spirituality
Mood
reverent
didactic
reflective
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- religious education
- personal prayer
- ethical decision‑making
- community worship
Key Concepts
Christian doctrine
philosophy of mind
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect moral choices?
- What does “image of God” mean today?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations vary across denominations.
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