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My own heart let me more have pity on; let Me live to my…

“My own heart let me more have pity on; let Me live to my sad self hereafter kind, Charitable; not live this tormented mind With this tormented mind tormenting yet.” quote by Gerard Manley Hopkins
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“My own heart let me more have pity on; let Me live to my sad self hereafter kind, Charitable; not live this tormented mind With this tormented mind tormenting yet.”

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.

The speaker seeks mercy and kindness amidst inner torment, yearning for compassionate release.

In simple terms: Seeking mercy amid inner torment.

Key Takeaway

Seek compassion to ease inner suffering.

Themes

spirituality anguish compassion

Mood

somber reflective

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • prayer
  • mental health
  • artistic expression
  • self‑care

Key Concepts

theology poetry self‑reflection

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does mercy look like for you?
  • How can you offer kindness to yourself?
A Different Perspective

Compassion may not resolve all inner conflict.

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