(by mother Teresa)…"I was consoling a little girl who was…
““(by mother Teresa)…"I was consoling a little girl who was sick and had much pain. I told her, 'You should be happy that God sends you suffering, because your sufferings are a proof that God loves you much. Your sufferings are kisses from Jesus.' 'Then Mother,' answered the little girl, 'please ask Jesus not to kiss me quite so much.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A mother comforts a child by framing suffering as divine love, but the child resists excessive pain.
In simple terms: Suffering seen as love can be hard for children.
Key Takeaway
Balance compassion with empathy.
Themes
faith
suffering
comfort
Mood
compassionate
thoughtful
Type
spiritual
advisory
When to use this quote
- counseling
- religious guidance
- parenting
Key Concepts
theodicy
childhood innocence
spiritual teaching
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you address pain without imposing belief?
- What alternative comforts can you offer?
A Different Perspective
Too much emphasis on suffering may alienate.