Have mercy on me, Lord, for I am weak; remember, Lord, how…
“Have mercy on me, Lord, for I am weak; remember, Lord, how short my time is; remember that I am but flesh, a wind that passeth away, and cometh not again. My days are as grass, as a flower of the field; for the wind goeth over me, and I am gone, and my place shall know me no more.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Human life is fleeting; we should remember our mortality and humility.
In simple terms: Life is short; be humble.
Key Takeaway
Live with humility and purpose.
Themes
mortality
humility
spirituality
Mood
reflective
solemn
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- preaching
- personal reflection
- grief counseling
Key Concepts
vanity
temporal existence
faith
Questions to Reflect On
- How does awareness of mortality shape your choices?
- What practices keep you grounded?
A Different Perspective
Focusing only on death can cause despair.