Be thou my vision, O Lord of my heart, Naught is all else…
““Be thou my vision, O Lord of my heart, Naught is all else to me, save that thou art. Thou my best thought by day and by night, Waking or sleeping, thy presence my light. Be thou my wisdom, thou my true word; I ever with thee, thou with me, Lord.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The prayer expresses total devotion, asking God to be the sole source of guidance, wisdom, and light.
In simple terms: Ask God to be your only guide.
Key Takeaway
Make God your central focus.
Themes
faith
devotion
spiritual dependence
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- times of doubt
- decision making
Key Concepts
theology
prayer
inner light
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “light” mean to you?
- How do you balance faith and action?
A Different Perspective
May overlook practical responsibilities; can feel exclusive.