And you receivers - and you are all receivers - assume no…
“And you receivers - and you are all receivers - assume no weight of gratitude, lest you lay a yoke upon yourself and upon him who gives. Rather rise together with the giver on his gifts as on wings; For to be overmindful of your debt, is to doubt his generosity who has the free hearted earth for mother, and God for father.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Gratitude should be freely given without feeling indebted; sharing gifts lifts both giver and receiver.
In simple terms: Give thanks without feeling owed.
Practice generous gratitude.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- community gatherings
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you express gratitude without self‑judgment?
- What does sharing gifts mean to you?
Overemphasis on debt may cause anxiety.