O Holy Spirit, give me a simple heart which will not…
““O Holy Spirit, give me a simple heart which will not retire within itself to savor its own sorrows, a heart magnanimous in giving itself, easily moved to compassion, a faithful, generous heart, which does not forget any favor received nor hold resentment for any injuries done to it.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A plea for a simple, compassionate heart that gives freely, avoids resentment, and stays humble.
In simple terms: Ask for a humble, generous, compassionate heart.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate a self, giving heart.
Themes
compassion
humility
generosity
spirituality
gratitude
Mood
devout
hopeful
serene
Type
Compassion:1
Generous heart:1
Holy spirit:0
Meekness:1
Religion:0
Simple Heart:1
Compassion Faithful:1
Faithful Generous:1
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- charitable acts
- conflict resolution
- mindful listening
- community service
Key Concepts
self‑lessness
inner peace
empathy
spiritual growth
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice simple generosity?
- What resentment do you need to release?
A Different Perspective
May be difficult to maintain consistently.