Gathering together Quote by Thomas Manton
““The creature's good is a superadded quality, in God it is His essence. He is infinitely good; the creature's good is but a drop, but in God there in an infinite ocean or gathering together of good.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Christian Doctrine of the Trinity, Thomas Manton, 1652
Human goodness is a tiny reflection of divine perfection; God’s nature is boundless goodness, whereas human goodness is merely a small part of it.
In simple terms: Human good is a tiny part of God's infinite goodness.
Key Takeaway
Recognize our limits and seek divine guidance.
Themes
theity
humility
theology
Mood
reverent
contemplative
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- spiritual practice
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
Divine nature
human nature
infinite vs finite
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we align our actions with the infinite good of God?
- In what ways does recognizing our smallness affect our humility?
A Different Perspective
Human goodness is limited and cannot replace divine perfection.
