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“In the warm language of personal feeling this is stated in the Forty-second Psalm: "As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God. My soul thirsteth for God, for the living God: when shall I come and appear before God?" This is deep calling unto deep, and the…” quote by A.W. Tozer
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““In the warm language of personal feeling this is stated in the Forty-second Psalm: "As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God. My soul thirsteth for God, for the living God: when shall I come and appear before God?" This is deep calling unto deep, and the longing heart will understand it.””

A.W. Tozer

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The soul longs deeply for God, like a deer thirsts for water, yearning for divine presence.

In simple terms: The soul deeply desires God.

Key Takeaway

Seek God's presence.

Themes

spiritual longing faith divine desire

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • spiritual retreats
  • worship services

Key Concepts

theology prayer yearning

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you express your longing for God?
  • What practices deepen your spiritual thirst?
A Different Perspective

Spiritual yearning can feel overwhelming or lead to doubt.

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