Faith is the highest passion in a human being. Many in every generation may not come that far, but none comes further.
Soren KierkegaardRead
...there is one thing that all Satan's cunning and all the snares of temptation cannot take by surprise - an undivided will.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A strong will can withstand temptation and deceit.
This quote by Soren Kierkegaard emphasizes the importance of having a focused and undivided will in the face of life's temptations and challenges. It suggests that when one's will is resolute and united, it can effectively resist external forces that seek to distract or lead one astray.
Themes
WillTemptationDeterminationFocusStrength
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about overcoming challenges.
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