Ask yourself Quote by William Law
“Now if you will stop here and ask yourself why you are not as pious as the primitive Christians were, your own heart will tell you that it is neither through ignorance nor inability, but purely because you never thoroughly intended it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Spirit of the Laws, William Law, 1720
People often blame ignorance for lack of piety, but true change requires deliberate intention.
In simple terms: Piety needs purposeful intent, not just lack of knowledge.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate clear intention to improve spirituality.
Themes
faith
intentionality
self‑reflection
Mood
contemplative
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- religious practice
- self‑improvement
Key Concepts
spiritual discipline
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What intention will you set today?
- How can you sustain it?
A Different Perspective
Intentions alone may not overcome deep‑seated habits.
