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Contrition Quote by Thomas à Kempis

“I would rather feel contrition than know how to define it.” quote by Thomas à Kempis
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““I would rather feel contrition than know how to define it.””

Thomas à Kempis

About This Quote

Source Book: The Imitation of Christ, Thomas à Kempis, 1418

Feeling remorse is more valuable than merely defining it.

In simple terms: Remorse beats intellectualizing.

Key Takeaway

Choose feeling over analysis.

Themes

humility morality self‑reflection

Mood

solemn introspective

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • confession
  • moral decision making
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

ethics philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why prefer feeling to definition?
  • What does contrition teach you?
A Different Perspective

Over‑analysis can stall genuine repentance.

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