Calvin on Self-Admiration and Pride
Ryan Wentzel on July 31st, 2007
As I was reading through Calvin’s Institutes I came across the following two quotes in connection with the effects of the Fall on human nature.
There is, indeed, nothing that man’s nature seeks more eagerly than to be flattered (Book II, Chapter I, Part II).
Nothing pleases man more than the sort of alluring talk that tickles the pride that itches in his very marrow (Book II, Chapter I, Part II).
So brother Ryan, do you think that I am a strong and muscular guy? C’mon, tell me, you can say it. I wanna hear it. :0)
I think Mr. Calvin would caution me not to tempt you to be proud by answering that question
Lol…