Not so on Man; him through their malice fall'n, Father of…
““Not so on Man; him through their malice fall'n, Father of Mercy and Grace, thou didst not doom So strictly, but much more to pity incline: No sooner did thy dear and only Son Perceive thee purpos'd not to doom frail Man So strictly, but much more to pity inclin'd, He to appease thy wrath, and end the strife Of mercy and Justice in thy face discern'd, Regardless of the Bliss wherein hee sat Second to thee, offer'd himself to die For man's offence. O unexampl'd love, Love nowhere to be found less than Divine! Hail Son of God, Saviour of Men, thy Name Shall be the copious matter of my Song Henceforth, and never shall my Harp thy praise Forget, nor from thy Father's praise disjoin.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Divine love chooses mercy over strict punishment, offering salvation through sacrifice.
In simple terms: God prefers compassion over harsh judgment.
Key Takeaway
Embrace mercy and compassion.
Themes
mercy
compassion
divine love
redemption
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
spiritual
poetic
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- spiritual practice
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
theology
grace
salvation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we embody mercy in daily life?
- What does divine compassion mean for us?
A Different Perspective
Human frailty may limit understanding of divine mercy.