Against the persecution of a tyrant the godly have no remedy but prayer.
John CalvinRead
They who prematurely put themselves forward to root out whatever is displeasing to them overthrow the judgment of God and rashly intrude upon the office of angels.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote warns against hastily intervening in matters of judgment that should be left to a higher authority.
John Calvin highlights the danger of individuals who take it upon themselves to correct or eliminate what they find displeasing, suggesting that such actions challenge divine judgment and disrupt the natural order. It serves as a reminder of the importance of humility and respect for a higher power in matters beyond our understanding.
Themes
JudgmentHumilityDivineAuthorityIntervention
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about moral integrity, one might say, 'As John Calvin noted, they who prematurely put themselves forward to root out whatever is displeasing may overlook the greater spiritual truth.'
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