God wants man to fulfill his commands as a human being and with the quality peculiar to human beings.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Divine commands are meant to be followed in ways that honor human nature and dignity. God expects humanity to act as fully human.
- In plain terms
- God expects humans to follow commands in ways that fit their nature.
- What can you take from it?
- Faith should align with human dignity and nature.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What defines human dignity?
- How do you interpret religious commands?
Another view
The quote assumes commands exist but does not address who defines them.
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