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My burden is light," said the blessed Redeemer, a light…

“My burden is light," said the blessed Redeemer, a light burden indeed, which carries him that bears it. I have looked through all nature for a resemblance of this, and seem to find a shadow of it in the wings of a bird, which are indeed borne by the creature, and yet support her flight towards…” quote by Bernard of Clairvaux
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“My burden is light," said the blessed Redeemer, a light burden indeed, which carries him that bears it. I have looked through all nature for a resemblance of this, and seem to find a shadow of it in the wings of a bird, which are indeed borne by the creature, and yet support her flight towards heaven.The wings of a bird, which are indeed borne by the creature, and yet support her flight towards heaven”

Bernard of Clairvaux

About This Quote

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

A light burden, like a bird's wing, supports spiritual ascent; humility carries divine purpose.

In simple terms: Light burdens aid spiritual growth.

Key Takeaway

Embrace humility to rise higher.

Themes

humility spirituality purpose

Mood

contemplative inspirational

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • prayer
  • ethical living
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

metaphor divine support

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does humility shape your actions?
  • What supports your spiritual journey?
A Different Perspective

Burden perception varies; lightness can mask hidden weight.

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