O quanta qualia sunt illa sabbata, quae semper celebrat superna curia.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The eternal sabbath celebrated by the heavenly host is of great magnitude.
- In plain terms
- The eternal rest in heaven is wonderful and grand.
- What can you take from it?
- Heavenly rest is of immense value.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is the meaning of eternal rest?
Another view
This relies on specific religious cosmology.
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