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What does it mean?
No one deserves eternal happiness, but only those who deserve it should face eternal suffering.
In plain terms
Mercy is given freely, but punishment fits the crime.
What can you take from it?
Justice should not exceed what is deserved.

Where it applies

  • theological discussion
  • moral reasoning
  • personal faith

Putting it to work

  • considering mercy
  • judging fairness
  • praying

Questions to consider

  • What makes punishment fair?
  • Can anyone be beyond mercy?

Another view

This view assumes we can judge who deserves eternal fate.

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