Lead, Kindly Light, amidst th'encircling gloom, Lead Thou…
““Lead, Kindly Light, amidst th'encircling gloom, Lead Thou me on! The night is dark, and I am far from home, Lead Thou me on! Keep Thou my feet; I do not ask to see The distant scene; one step enough for me. I was not ever thus, nor prayed that Thou Shouldst lead me on; I loved to choose and see my path; but now Lead Thou me on! I loved the garish day, and, spite of fears, Pride ruled my will. Remember not past years! So long Thy power hath blest me, sure it still Will lead me on. O’er moor and fen, o’er crag and torrent, till The night is gone, And with the morn those angel faces smile, Which I have loved long since, and lost awhile! Meantime, along the narrow rugged path, Thyself hast trod, Lead, Saviour, lead me home in childlike faith, Home to my God. To rest forever after earthly strife In the calm light of everlasting life.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
In darkness and uncertainty, we seek divine guidance, trusting a higher power to lead us safely home.
In simple terms: Seek spiritual guidance when lost.
Key Takeaway
Trust divine guidance.
Themes
faith
hope
trust
Mood
hopeful
reverent
Type
inspirational
religious
When to use this quote
- prayer
- meditation
- spiritual retreat
- life crises
Key Concepts
spiritual guidance
divine providence
humility
Questions to Reflect On
- What does surrender look like in your life?
- How can you balance personal effort with trust?
A Different Perspective
Human effort alone may be insufficient without surrender.