Tis not, to cry God mercy, or to sit And droop, or to…
“Tis not, to cry God mercy, or to sit And droop, or to confess that thou hast fail'd: 'Tis to bewail the sins thou didst commit: And not commit those sins thou hast bewail' d. He that bewails and not forsakes them too; Confesses rather what he means to do.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
True repentance involves confronting and correcting one’s sins, not merely lamenting them; action outweighs sorrow.
In simple terms: Fix mistakes, don’t just mourn them.
Key Takeaway
Take responsibility for your actions.
Themes
repentance
responsibility
action
sin
Mood
solemn
thoughtful
Type
moral
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal accountability
- spiritual growth
- confession
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
ethical behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- What sins do you only lament?
- How can you turn regret into corrective action?
A Different Perspective
Mourning without change leaves sin unresolved.