Three things are necessary for the salvation of man: to know what he ought to believe; to know what he ought to desire; and to know what he ought to do.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Lists three requirements for salvation: belief, desire, and action.
- In plain terms
- To be saved, know what to believe, desire, and do.
- What can you take from it?
- Salvation requires clear understanding of faith, desire, and deeds.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What should you believe?
- What should you desire?
Another view
The criteria are specific to certain religious frameworks.
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