Thou art merciful; when all my endeavour is turned toward…
“Thou art merciful; when all my endeavour is turned toward Thee because all Thy endeavour is turned toward me; when I look unto Thee alone with all my attention, nor ever turn aside the eyes of my mind, because Thou dost enfold me with Thy constant regard; when I direct my love toward Thee alone because Thou, who art Love's self, hast turned Thee toward me alone. And what, Lord, is my life, save that embrace wherein Thy delightsome sweetness doth so lovingly enfold me?”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Divine love is experienced when all thoughts focus solely on God, who reciprocates with constant care and affection.
In simple terms: Focusing on God brings mutual love and care.
Key Takeaway
Seek constant divine focus.
Themes
faith
love
spirituality
Mood
reverent
contemplative
Type
devotional
spiritual
When to use this quote
- prayer
- meditation
- personal worship
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
theology
contemplation
reciprocity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you keep your thoughts centered on the divine?
- What practices help maintain unwavering attention?
A Different Perspective
Human minds often wander, making sustained focus difficult.