Why do we complain about the Fall? It is not on its account that we were expelled from Paradise, but on account of the Tree of Life, lest we might eat of it.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- We were expelled not because of the Fall itself but to prevent access to eternal life. The restriction was intentional.
- In plain terms
- Expulsion happened to stop us from living forever, not because of the Fall.
- What can you take from it?
- Limits may exist to prevent greater consequences.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do limits exist?
- Is mortality a protection or punishment?
Another view
This interpretation relies on specific religious texts not provided here.
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