Quote by Edmund Waller

His love at once and dread instruct our thought; As man He suffer'd and as God He taught.

His love at once and dread instruct our thought; As man He s

Summary

This quote implies that the love and fear that we experience towards God helps shape our thinking. It emphasizes the dual nature of Jesus Christ - as both fully human and fully divine. Through His humanity, He endured suffering, while through His divinity, He imparted teachings and wisdom. This suggests that we can learn from His example as a compassionate and wise teacher, but also be mindful of His role as a transcendent being worthy of reverence and awe.

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By Edmund Waller

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