Against the persecution of a tyrant the godly have no remedy but prayer.
John CalvinRead
For even if the Word in His immeasurable essence united with the nature of man into one person, we do not imagine that He was confined therein. Here is something marvellous: the Son of God descended from heaven in such a way that, without leaving heaven, He willed to be borne in the virgin's womb, to go about the earth, and to hang upon the cross; yet He continuously filled the world even as He had done from the beginning.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects on the nature of divinity and humanity, illustrating how the Son of God can be both transcendent and immanent.
John Calvin's quote delves into the profound mystery of the incarnation of Christ, emphasizing that the divine essence of the Son of God was not limited by the human experience. It highlights the incredible aspect of God entering into human existence without losing His divine attributes, thus suggesting that while He experienced earthly life, His presence remained omnipresent and eternal.
Themes
DivineIncarnationOmnipresenceMysteryFaith
In practice
Example use cases
In a theological discussion about the nature of Jesus Christ.
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