I throw myself down in my chamber, and I call in, and…
“I throw myself down in my chamber, and I call in, and invite God, and his Angels thither, and when they are there, I neglect God and his Angels, for the noise of a fly, for the rattling of a coach, for the whining of a door.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Even in prayer, trivial distractions can cause neglect of divine communion, highlighting human frailty.
In simple terms: Distractions pull us from prayer.
Key Takeaway
Minimize interruptions.
Themes
spirituality
distraction
human frailty
devotion
Mood
contemplative
quiet
Type
spiritual
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- meditation
- quiet study
Key Concepts
mindfulness
inner peace
focus
Questions to Reflect On
- What interrupts your spiritual practice?
- How can you create a quieter environment?
A Different Perspective
Some find distractions unavoidable.