Grace is given of God, but knowledge is bought in the market; Knowledge needful for all, yet cannot be had for the asking.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The quote contrasts divine grace, which is given freely, with knowledge, which must be worked for and bought in the market of life.
- In plain terms
- God gives grace for free, but you must work hard to get useful knowledge.
- What can you take from it?
- Knowledge requires effort and cannot be demanded.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What knowledge have you paid for?
- What grace is free?
Another view
It overlooks free sources of knowledge today.
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