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Even on the cross He did not hide Himself from sight; rather, He made all creation witness to the presence of its Maker.
Athanasius Of Alexandria
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What this quote means

The quote emphasizes the idea that the divine presence is openly revealed even in moments of suffering.

Athanasius of Alexandria highlights the significance of openly acknowledging the divine even in the hardest of times. By stating that Christ did not hide on the cross, he suggests that the embodiment of sacrifice and suffering calls upon all of creation to recognize the presence and the nature of its Creator, reinforcing the idea that divine truth transcends human adversity.

Themes

DivineSacrificeSufferingCreatorWitness

In practice

Example use cases

This quote can be used in a sermon to demonstrate the visibility of God's presence in human suffering.

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