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Here lies Martin Englebrodde, Ha'e mercy on my soul, Lord…

“Here lies Martin Englebrodde, Ha'e mercy on my soul, Lord God, As I would do were I Lord God, And thou wert Martin Englebrodde.” quote by Inscription on an English gravestone
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““Here lies Martin Englebrodde, Ha'e mercy on my soul, Lord God, As I would do were I Lord God, And thou wert Martin Englebrodde.””

Inscription on an English gravestone

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

A prayer requesting divine mercy for the departed soul and invoking God's presence.

In simple terms: A plea for God's mercy and remembrance.

Key Takeaway

Respect the dead.

Themes

faith mortality memorial

Mood

solemn reverent

Type

historical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • funeral rites
  • heritage preservation
  • historical research
  • personal reflection

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Questions to Reflect On

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  • How are such prayers used today?
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