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Oh Lord, may I be directed what to do and what to leave…

“Oh Lord, may I be directed what to do and what to leave undone.” quote by Elizabeth Fry
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“Oh Lord, may I be directed what to do and what to leave undone.”

Elizabeth Fry

About This Quote

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

She asks for divine guidance on actions to take and things to leave undone, seeking wisdom and discernment.

In simple terms: Seek divine guidance on what to do and not do.

Key Takeaway

Practice discernment in decisions.

Themes

faith guidance decision‑making

Mood

hopeful contemplative

Type

prayer philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • ethical dilemmas
  • leadership choices

Key Concepts

theology ethics spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you decide what to pursue?
  • What helps you let go of unneeded tasks?
A Different Perspective

May not suit secular perspectives.

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