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When God at first made man, Having a glass of blessings…

“When God at first made man, Having a glass of blessings standing by, 'Let us,'said he,'pour on him all we can: Let the world's riches, which disperse' d lie, Contract into a span'.” quote by George Herbert
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“When God at first made man, Having a glass of blessings standing by, 'Let us,'said he,'pour on him all we can: Let the world's riches, which disperse' d lie, Contract into a span'.”

George Herbert

About This Quote

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

Divine blessings are abundant, yet humanity often squanders them, missing true wealth.

In simple terms: God gives blessings, we often waste them.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate and use blessings wisely.

Themes

spirituality gratitude human folly

Mood

contemplative reverent

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • daily gratitude
  • charitable giving
  • mindful living

Key Concepts

theology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What blessings are you overlooking?
  • How can you better steward them?
A Different Perspective

Blessings can be hard to recognize.

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