Matthew did not measure her bosom or her buttocks with his gaze. Rather he worshiped. But adoration - that laid upon her an obligation she did not know how to pay. At least, not in any coin she was willing to offer him
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Adoration creates an unpayable debt that the admired person resents.
- In plain terms
- Being worshipped makes someone feel they owe more than they can give.
- What can you take from it?
- Worship can make relationships feel unbalanced.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does being admired feel?
- What do you owe others?
Another view
Adoration is not always harmful; it can be mutual.
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