Ere thou sleepest, gently lay Every troubled thought away…
“Ere thou sleepest, gently lay Every troubled thought away; Put off worry and distress As thou puttest off thy dress; Drop thy burden and thy care In the quiet arms of prayer. Lord thou knowest how I live, All I'VE DONE AMISS FORGIVE; ALL OF GOOD I'VE TRIED TO DO STRENGTHEN, bless and carry through; All I love in safety keep While in Thee I fall asleep.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Encourages releasing worries through prayer, finding peace.
In simple terms: Prayer eases burdens and offers comfort.
Turn to prayer for calm in distress.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- daily meditation
- stress management
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does prayer change emotional state?
- Can similar calm be found without faith?
May not resonate with non‑religious readers.