Beware of greed and remain pure and just. Restrain yourself from every vice. He who cannot restrain himself, how will he be able to teach others restraint?
PolycarpRead
Eighty and six years have I served Him, and He never did me any injury: how then can I blaspheme my King and my Savior?
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects unwavering faith and loyalty to God despite potential harm.
In this profound statement, Polycarp, a Christian martyr, expresses his deep loyalty and devotion to God after a lifetime of service. He firmly rejects the idea of blaspheming his faith, highlighting the strength of his beliefs even in the face of persecution, demonstrating the idea that true faith endures trials and remains steadfast.
Themes
FaithLoyaltyCouragePersecutionDevotion
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can inspire someone facing a difficult decision about their beliefs.
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