Quote by C.S. Lewis

The Holiness of God is something more and other than moral perfection: His claim upon us is something more and other than the claim of moral duty.

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Summary

This quote suggests that the holiness of God goes beyond simply being morally perfect. It implies that God's nature and character transcend traditional notions of moral duty. Being holy means that God has a unique and unparalleled authority and entitlement over us, which surpasses our mere obligations based on morality. In essence, it highlights that God's claim on humans is rooted in a higher and transcendent realm, beyond the realm of ordinary moral duty.

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By C.S. Lewis

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