And if you but listen in the stillness of the night, you…
““And if you but listen in the stillness of the night, you shall hear them saying in silence, 'Our God, who art our winged self... we cannot ask thee for aught, for thou knowest our needs before they are born in us; Thou art our needs, and in giving us more of thyself thou givest us all.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Divine providence meets human need; the divine knows and supplies before we even recognize it.
In simple terms: God knows and gives before we ask.
Key Takeaway
Trust that needs are already met.
Themes
spirituality
trust
providence
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- meditation
- seeking guidance
- coping with anxiety
Key Concepts
divine foreknowledge
human humility
Questions to Reflect On
- How does trusting unseen support affect your daily actions?
- What if you doubt the existence of such providence?
A Different Perspective
Assumes a benevolent deity, which may not align with all beliefs.