Affection Quote by Thomas Aquinas
“The Sacrament of the Body of the Lord puts the demons to flight, defends us against the incentives to vice and to concupiscence, cleanses the soul from sin, quiets the anger of God, enlightens the understanding to know God, inflames the will and the affections with the love of God, fills the memory with spiritual sweetness, confirms the entire man in good, frees us from eternal death, multiplies the merits of a good life, leads us to our everlasting home, and re-animates the body to eternal life”
About This Quote
Source Summa Theologica, Part I, Question 71, Article 2
The sacraments protect believers from sin and strengthen spiritual life, offering divine aid and hope of eternal life.
In simple terms: Sacraments help us resist sin and grow spiritually.
Key Takeaway
Seek the sacraments for spiritual strength.
Themes
faith
spirituality
redemption
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- church services
- personal prayer
- confession
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
theology
grace
Questions to Reflect On
- How do sacraments influence your daily choices?
- What role does personal effort play?
A Different Perspective
Relying solely on sacraments may neglect personal responsibility.
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