Afterlife Quote by Thomas à Kempis
““In that day every trial borne in patience will be pleasing and the voice of iniquity will be stilled; the devout will be glad; the irreligious will mourn; and the mortified body will rejoice far more than if it had been pampered with every pleasure. Then the cheap garment will shine with splendor and the rich one become faded and worn; the poor cottage will be more praised than the gilded palace. In that day persevering patience will count more than all the power in this world; simple obedience will be exalted above all worldly cleverness; a good and clean conscience will gladden the heart of man far more than the philosophy of the learned; and contempt for riches will be of more weight than every treasure on earth.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Imitation of Christ by Thomas à Kempis, early 15th century
Patience, humility, and simple virtue outweigh wealth, power, and cleverness, leading to true joy and lasting fulfillment.
In simple terms: Patience and humility beat riches and cleverness.
Key Takeaway
Value humility over material success.
Themes
humility
patience
spirituality
virtue
contentment
Mood
reflective
serene
inspirational
Type
aphilosophical
motivational
spiritual
When to use this quote
- daily hardships
- career setbacks
- financial stress
- social pressure
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Christian ethics
inner peace
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice patience in a stressful situation?
- What does true contentment look like for you?
A Different Perspective
Material wealth can provide comfort but not lasting satisfaction.
