To please God… to be a real ingredient in the divine…
“To please God… to be a real ingredient in the divine happiness… to be loved by God, not merely pitied, but delighted in as an artist delights in his work or a father in a son- it seems impossible, a weight or burden of glory which our thoughts can hardly sustain. But so it is.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The quote expresses yearning to be genuinely loved by God, not just pitied, and to share in divine joy, despite feeling it is an overwhelming burden.
In simple terms: Desire to be truly loved by God, despite feeling overwhelming.
Key Takeaway
Seek authentic divine love, not mere pity.
Themes
spirituality
longing
divine
humility
faith
Mood
awe
hopeful
reflective
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- spiritual counseling
- meditative reflection
- artistic creation
Key Concepts
theology
existential yearning
relationship with the divine
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one balance reverence and intimacy with the divine?
- What practices help transform the sense of burden into joy?
A Different Perspective
The feeling of burden may hinder openness to divine love.