At night always carry in your heart something from Holy…
“At night always carry in your heart something from Holy Scriptures to bed with you, meditate upon it like a ruminant animal, and go softly to sleep; but this must not be too much, rather a little that may be well pondered and understood, that you may find a remnant of it in your mind when you rise in the morning.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Carrying a modest, contemplative scriptural thought to sleep fosters gentle reflection and spiritual grounding for the next day.
In simple terms: Meditate briefly on scripture before sleep.
Use brief nightly reflection for spiritual focus.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily prayer
- nighttime meditation
- morning mindfulness
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What scripture will you reflect on tonight?
- How does brief meditation affect your day?
Too much contemplation can disturb rest; balance is needed.