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God Quote by Yasmin Mogahed

“Love people for the sake of God, but never love God for the sake of people.” quote by Yasmin Mogahed
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“Love people for the sake of God, but never love God for the sake of people.”

Yasmin Mogahed

About This Quote

Source Book: Love and the Divine, 2018

Encourages loving people for God's sake, not loving God for people's sake.

In simple terms: Love people for God, not God for people.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize divine love over human desire.

Themes

faith love devotion ethics

Mood

thoughtful devout

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • worship
  • charitable acts
  • relationships

Key Concepts

theology selflessness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you differentiate love for God from love for people?
  • What challenges arise when putting God first?
A Different Perspective

Human emotions can complicate pure devotion.

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