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“While I meditate on the gulf towards which I travelled, and reflect on my youthful disobedience, for these things I weep, mine eye runneth down with water.” quote by John Woolman
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“While I meditate on the gulf towards which I travelled, and reflect on my youthful disobedience, for these things I weep, mine eye runneth down with water.”

John Woolman

About This Quote

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

Meditation on past misdeeds brings deep sorrow, highlighting the emotional weight of youthful disobedience.

In simple terms: Reflecting on past mistakes causes sorrow.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge past errors, seek growth.

Themes

remorse reflection growth

Mood

somber contemplative

Type

moral philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal confession
  • ethical decision‑making
  • relationship repair

Key Concepts

moral introspection spiritual humility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What lessons arise from your youthful errors?
  • How can you transform remorse into positive change?
A Different Perspective

Sorrow may hinder forward movement if not processed.

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