Even on the cross He did not hide Himself from sight; rather, He made all creation witness to the presence of its Maker.
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For the Lord touched all parts of creation, and freed and undeceived them all from every deceit.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the divine influence in creating and liberating all aspects of the world from falsehoods.
Athanasius of Alexandria highlights the belief that God has a pervasive presence in the world, touching every part of creation. This presence not only involves creation itself but also extends to the act of freeing and enlightening all entities from deception and misunderstandings, indicating a profound relationship between the divine and the created world.
Themes
CreationDeceitFreedomDivineTruth
In practice
Example use cases
You might use this quote in a sermon to discuss the nature of God's presence in the world.
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