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“6 n Lift up your eyes to the heavens, and look at the earth beneath; o for the heavens vanish like smoke, the earth will wear out like a garment, and they who dwell in it will die in like manner; [2] p but my salvation will be forever, and my righteousness will never be dismayed.” quote by Anonymous
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““6     n Lift up your eyes to the heavens,         and look at the earth beneath;      o for the heavens vanish like smoke,         the earth will wear out like a garment,         and they who dwell in it will die in like manner; [2]      p but my salvation will be forever,         and my righteousness will never be dismayed.””

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About This Quote

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

The passage contrasts the fleeting nature of the world with the eternal nature of divine salvation and righteousness.

In simple terms: World is temporary; God's salvation endures.

Key Takeaway

Trust in lasting divine promise.

Themes

eternity faith mortality hope

Mood

reverent reflective

Type

scriptural inspirational

When to use this quote

  • grief
  • contemplation
  • prayer
  • life planning
  • ethical living

Key Concepts

theology spirituality impermanence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you find comfort in impermanence?
  • What does eternal righteousness mean for daily choices?
A Different Perspective

Human efforts cannot achieve true permanence without divine reliance.

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