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A few more years shall roll, A few more seasons come; And…

“A few more years shall roll, A few more seasons come; And we shall be with those that rest, Asleep within the tomb. A few more storms shall beat On this wild rocky shore; And we shall be where tempests cease, And surges swell no more. A few more struggles here, A few more partings o'er, A few more…” quote by Horatius Bonar
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“A few more years shall roll, A few more seasons come; And we shall be with those that rest, Asleep within the tomb. A few more storms shall beat On this wild rocky shore; And we shall be where tempests cease, And surges swell no more. A few more struggles here, A few more partings o'er, A few more toils, a few more tears, And we shall weep no more. Then, O my Lord, prepare My soul for that blest day; Oh, wash me in Thy precious blood, And take my sins away.”

Horatius Bonar

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 reflects on awaiting death, seeking divine preparation and forgiveness before the final rest.

In simple terms: Await death, seek forgiveness, find peace.

Key Takeaway

Prepare spiritually for life's end.

Themes

mortality faith redemption

Mood

contemplative solemn

Type

poetic spiritual

When to use this quote

  • funeral services
  • personal reflection
  • prayer
  • grieving
  • spiritual counseling

Key Concepts

afterlife sacrifice grace

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you find comfort in the face of mortality?
  • What rituals help you prepare for life's end?
A Different Perspective

It assumes a singular religious perspective, which may not resonate with all.

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