Quote by Ambrose Bierce

The spiritual attitude of a man to a god and a dog to a man.

The spiritual attitude of a man to a god and a dog to a man.

Summary

This quote suggests that the way in which a person connects with or relates to a higher power can be compared to the way a dog connects with a human. It implies that humans should have a similar level of loyalty, reverence, and trust in their relationship with a god as a dog has towards its owner. This idea highlights the importance of a deep and unwavering spiritual attitude, suggesting that humans should approach their faith with a sense of devotion, submission, and dependence similar to the pure and selfless way a dog treats its human companion.

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By Ambrose Bierce

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