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I am all at once what Christ is, ' since he was what I am…

“I am all at once what Christ is, ' since he was what I am, and This Jack, joke, poor potsherd, ' patch, matchwood, immortal diamond, Is immortal diamond.” quote by Gerard Manley Hopkins
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“I am all at once what Christ is, ' since he was what I am, and This Jack, joke, poor potsherd, ' patch, matchwood, immortal diamond, Is immortal diamond.”

Gerard Manley Hopkins

About This Quote

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

He likens himself to Christ, describing his own spiritual state as a blend of divine and humble qualities.

In simple terms: He sees himself as both divine and ordinary.

Key Takeaway

Embrace both humility and inner strength.

Themes

spirituality identity humility

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • prayer
  • creative writing
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

self‑reflection divine imitation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you reconcile lofty aspirations with daily life?
  • What does “immortal diamond” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Balancing lofty ideals with everyday reality can be challenging.

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