Holy trinity Quote by Thomas à Kempis
““What doth it profit thee to enter into deep discussion concerning the Holy Trinity, if thou lack humility, and be thus displeasing to the Trinity? For verily it is not deep words that make a man holy and upright;””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Imitation of Christ, 1418
Humility, not intellectual depth, makes one holy.
In simple terms: Humility matters more than deep discussion.
Key Takeaway
Practice humility before seeking theological depth.
Themes
humility
faith
dialogue
Mood
reverent
thoughtful
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- religious study
- personal prayer
- teaching
- community discussion
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you stay humble in scholarly pursuits?
- What role does humility play in your faith?
A Different Perspective
Intellectual debate can still be valuable if humble.
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