Concerning perfect blessedness which consists in a vision of God.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Brief statement about perfect happiness involving seeing God.
- In plain terms
- Perfect happiness comes from seeing God.
- What can you take from it?
- Ultimate fulfillment is found in divine vision.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is perfect blessedness?
- How is God seen?
Another view
The concept is abstract and relies on specific faith claims.
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