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Just as a mother finds pleasure in taking her little child…

“Just as a mother finds pleasure in taking her little child on her lap, there to feed and caress him, in like manner our loving God shows His fondness for His beloved souls who have given themselves entirely to Him and have placed all their hope in His goodness.” quote by Alphonsus Liguori
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“Just as a mother finds pleasure in taking her little child on her lap, there to feed and caress him, in like manner our loving God shows His fondness for His beloved souls who have given themselves entirely to Him and have placed all their hope in His goodness.”

Alphonsus Liguori

About This Quote

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

God’s love is likened to a mother’s nurturing care for her child.

In simple terms: God loves like a caring mother.

Key Takeaway

Embrace divine love.

Themes

faith divine love parental care

Mood

reverent hopeful

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • prayer
  • spiritual growth
  • comfort in loss

Key Concepts

theology spiritual intimacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this metaphor shape worship?
  • Can love be fully expressed?
A Different Perspective

Human interpretations may limit divine mystery.

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