What St. Francis and St. Dominic have done, that, by God's grace, I will do.
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In the light of the Divine Goodness, it seems to me, though others may think differently, that ingratitude is the most abominable of sins and that it should be detested in the sight of our Creator and Lord by all of His creatures who are capable of enjoying His divine and everlasting glory.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Ingratitude is seen as a serious moral failing that should be condemned by all.
This quote by Saint Ignatius emphasizes the gravity of ingratitude as a sin in the eyes of the Divine. The speaker argues that failing to appreciate the goodness and generosity of God is not only morally wrong but also a profound offense against the Creator, who deserves gratitude from all His creations. It suggests that recognizing and being thankful for divine blessings is integral to maintaining a righteous relationship with the Divine.
Themes
IngratitudeGratitudeDivineGoodnessSin
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech on moral values, one might use this quote to emphasize the importance of gratitude.
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