I have given them thy word; and the world hath hated them…
““I have given them thy word; and the world hath hated them, because they are not of the world, even as I am not of the world.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker feels alienated because their values clash with the world, and they accept that they are outsiders, similar to the speaker.
In simple terms: Feeling out of place and accepted as an outsider.
Key Takeaway
Accept alienation as part of identity.
Themes
isolation
faith
worldview
acceptance
identity
Mood
reflective
solemn
resolute
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- living as a minority
- standing by beliefs
- navigating hostility
Key Concepts
spiritual alienation
social exclusion
personal conviction
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you find strength in being outside the mainstream?
- How do you maintain integrity amid widespread opposition?
A Different Perspective
Being different can be empowering; it may also limit influence.