He must pull out his own eyes, and see no creature, before he can say, he sees no God; He must be no man, and quench his reasonable soul, before he can say to himself, there is no God.
What does this quote mean?
This quote can be used as a reminder to reflect, share encouragement, or express a thoughtful idea. Create a quote image or explore related quotes below.
Best used for
- Instagram captions
- Pinterest quote pins
- Personal reflection
- Speeches
- Greeting cards
Caption suggestions
Instagram caption
"He must pull out his own eyes, and see no creature, before he can say, he sees no God; He must be no man, and quench his reasonable soul, before he can say to himself, there is no God." — John Donne #faithspirituality
Pinterest title
He must pull out his own eyes, and see no creature, before he can say, he sees no God; He must…
Pinterest description
He must pull out his own eyes, and see no creature, before he can say, he sees no God; He must be no man, and quench his reasonable soul, before he can say to himself, there is no God. — John Donne
About John Donne
John Donne was a Poet from Kingdom of England (1572–1631).
Frequently Asked Questions
Who said "He must pull out his own eyes, and see no creature, before he can say, he sees…"?
This quote is attributed to John Donne, a Poet from Kingdom of England.
When did John Donne live?
John Donne lived from 1572 – 1631.
What is this quote about?
This quote touches on Faith & Spirituality. Browse more quotes on these themes from the categories page.