Quote by Leo Tolstoy

It is terrible when people do not know God, but it is worse when people identify as God what is not God.

It is terrible when people do not know God, but it is worse

Summary

This quote highlights the significance of recognizing and understanding the true nature of God. It suggests that it is unfortunate when individuals are ignorant of God or lack knowledge about Him. However, it is considered even more detrimental when people mistakenly attribute godlike status to something or someone that does not possess divine qualities. The quote implies that mistaking the false for the true can lead to misunderstandings and confusion, ultimately hindering one's spiritual growth and perception of the divine.

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