A sweet attractive kind of grace, A full assurance given…
“A sweet attractive kind of grace, A full assurance given by looks, Continual comfort in a face, The lineaments of Gospel books; I trow that countenance cannot lie, Where thoughts are legible in the eye. Was never eye, did see that face, Was never ear, did hear that tongue, Was never mind, did mind his grace, That ever thought the travel long- But eyes, and ears, and ev'ry thought, Were with his sweet perfections caught. [trow; believe or think]”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Grace is conveyed through sincere belief, observable thoughts, and a harmonious alignment of inner and outer expressions.
In simple terms: Grace shows in sincere belief and visible thoughts.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate authentic belief and expressive harmony.
Themes
grace
authenticity
belief
inner‑outer harmony
reflection
Mood
serene
reflective
inspirational
Type
poetic
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- artistic expression
- interpersonal communication
Key Concepts
philosophy of mind
spirituality
aesthetic
Questions to Reflect On
- How does inner belief shape outward behavior?
- What rituals help align mind and appearance?
A Different Perspective
The poetic language may be obscure for practical application.