Our yearnings are homesicknesses for heaven; our sighings…
“Our yearnings are homesicknesses for heaven; our sighings are for God, just as children that cry themselves asleep away from home, and sob in their slumber, know not that they sob for their parents. The soul's inarticulate moanings are the affections yearning for the Infinite, and having no one to tell them what it is that ails them.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Human yearning reflects a deep, unspoken desire for the divine, akin to a child’s instinctual longing for home and parents.
In simple terms: We crave the divine like a child craves home.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and honor the soul’s spiritual yearning.
Themes
spirituality
longing
faith
home
yearning
Mood
contemplative
yearning
inspired
Type
theological
poetic
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- meditation
- artistic expression
- community worship
Key Concepts
divine desire
inner yearning
spiritual seeking
Questions to Reflect On
- What practices help you hear your soul’s silent calls?
- How does recognizing this yearning affect daily life?
A Different Perspective
Spiritual yearning may be expressed through secular pursuits, diluting its focus.