Quote by John Calvin

Man's mind is like a store of idolatry and superstition so much so that if a man believes his own mind it is certain that he will forsake God and forge some idol in his own brain.

Man's mind is like a store of idolatry and superstition so m

Summary

This quote highlights the tendency of human minds to be susceptible to idolatry and superstition. It suggests that if individuals place excessive trust in their own thoughts and beliefs, they are likely to abandon their faith in God and create their own self-fashioned idols within their minds. The quote emphasizes the potential dangers of unchecked human skepticism and the need for individuals to be cautious in not allowing their own subjective views to replace their spiritual beliefs and values.

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By John Calvin

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