Contrition Quote by Thomas à Kempis
““I would rather feel contrition than know how to define it.””
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.
Choose feeling over analysis.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- confession
- moral decision making
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why prefer feeling to definition?
- What does contrition teach you?
Over‑analysis can stall genuine repentance.