  Damian’s objective in De divina omnipotentia is twofold. First, Damian reiterates his point about moderation while talking about God (e.g., 597B–599A, 603B–604B, 614D–616C). He strongly advises that we should abstain from spreading certain kinds of statements, even in cases where they are found in the Bible (597B–C). Damian’s most important motive here seems to be to protect the faith of the simple believers: