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Let us labor for an inward stillness-- An inward stillness…

“Let us labor for an inward stillness-- An inward stillness and an inward healing. That perfect silence where the lips and heart Are still, and we no longer entertain Our own imperfect thoughts and vain opinions, But God alone speaks to us and we wait In singleness of heart that we may know His…” quote by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
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“Let us labor for an inward stillness-- An inward stillness and an inward healing. That perfect silence where the lips and heart Are still, and we no longer entertain Our own imperfect thoughts and vain opinions, But God alone speaks to us and we wait In singleness of heart that we may know His will, and in the silence of our spirits, That we may do His will and do that only”

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

About This Quote

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

The poem calls for inner quietness and surrender to divine guidance, urging the heart to cease restless thoughts and listen for God's will.

In simple terms: Seek inner silence to hear divine direction.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate stillness to discern higher purpose.

Themes

spirituality inner peace divine guidance silence meditation

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • quiet reflection
  • spiritual retreats

Key Concepts

faith contemplation mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice stillness amid daily distractions?
  • What does “singleness of heart” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

The ideal of complete silence may be unrealistic in daily life.

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