What St. Francis and St. Dominic have done, that, by God's grace, I will do.
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I have no doubt concerning that Supreme Goodness, who is so eager to share His blessings, or of that everlasting love which makes Him more eager to bestow perfection on us than we are to receive it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses confidence in divine goodness and love that desires to share blessings and perfection with humanity.
Saint Ignatius emphasizes a profound belief in a benevolent higher power that is not only willing but eager to share its blessings and offer perfection to humanity. This perspective highlights the idea that divine love is intrinsic and abundant, suggesting that it is humanity's readiness to receive such gifts that can sometimes limit their experience of this goodness.
Themes
Divine GoodnessLoveBlessingsPerfectionHumility
In practice
Example use cases
During a sermon about generosity and divine love.
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