During this same year of 1896 another desire began to grow…
“During this same year of 1896 another desire began to grow in me. I began to feel an ever greater yearning to love Jesus Crucified very much, and at the same time a desire to suffer with him and to help him in his sufferings.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A deep yearning for Christ leads to a desire to share in his suffering.
In simple terms: Intense love for Jesus brings a wish to suffer with him.
Key Takeaway
Embrace compassion through shared suffering.
Themes
faith
sacrifice
yearning
Mood
devotional
intense
Type
spiritual
emotional
When to use this quote
- prayer
- charitable work
- personal sacrifice
Key Concepts
mystical union
spiritual devotion
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one balance love and self‑care?
- What healthy outlets exist for spiritual suffering?
A Different Perspective
Such longing can cause personal anguish if unchecked.