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Not thine the sorrow, but ours, sainted soul! Thou hast…

“Not thine the sorrow, but ours, sainted soul! Thou hast indeed entered into the promised land, while we are yet on the march. To us remain the rocking of the deep, the storm upon the land, days of duty and nights of watching; but thou are sphered high above all darkness and fear, beyond all sorrow…” quote by Henry Ward Beecher
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“Not thine the sorrow, but ours, sainted soul! Thou hast indeed entered into the promised land, while we are yet on the march. To us remain the rocking of the deep, the storm upon the land, days of duty and nights of watching; but thou are sphered high above all darkness and fear, beyond all sorrow and weariness. Rest, oh, weary heart!”

Henry Ward Beecher

About This Quote

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

Divine guidance lifts the faithful above worldly sorrows, offering rest to weary souls.

In simple terms: God’s promise eases human suffering.

Key Takeaway

Seek spiritual comfort.

Themes

faith hope rest

Mood

reverent comforting

Type

religious philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • community worship
  • mental health support

Key Concepts

divine providence spiritual solace human suffering

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does faith help you cope with hardship?
  • What practical steps accompany spiritual hope?
A Different Perspective

May not address tangible hardships.

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