When faith is kneeling by his bed of death, And innocence…
“When faith is kneeling by his bed of death, And innocence is closing up his eyes, Now if thou would'st, when all have given him over, From death to life, thou might'st him yet recover”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Faith kneels at death, innocence closes eyes, yet hope may revive life from death.
In simple terms: Faith can revive even at death.
Hold hope when facing mortality.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- grief counseling
- end‑of‑life care
- personal loss
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “faith” mean in crisis?
- How can hope be nurtured after loss?
Hope may feel unrealistic in deep sorrow.