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God's ways seem dark, but, soon or late, They touch the…

“God's ways seem dark, but, soon or late, They touch the shining hills of day; The evil cannot brook delay, The good can well afford to wait, Give ermined knaves their hour of crime; Yet have the future grand and great, The safe appeal of Truth to Time!” quote by John Greenleaf Whittier
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“God's ways seem dark, but, soon or late, They touch the shining hills of day; The evil cannot brook delay, The good can well afford to wait, Give ermined knaves their hour of crime; Yet have the future grand and great, The safe appeal of Truth to Time!”

John Greenleaf Whittier

About This Quote

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

Patience and perseverance eventually bring justice and truth, despite darkness and evil's attempts to delay.

In simple terms: Good eventually prevails with patience.

Key Takeaway

Trust in time and truth.

Themes

patience justice hope

Mood

reflective determined

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • social activism
  • personal hardship
  • legal reform
  • community building

Key Concepts

moral philosophy theology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you maintain hope during prolonged injustice?
  • What role does faith play in enduring hardship?
A Different Perspective

Patience may not prevent immediate suffering.

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