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“Tomb, thou shalt not hold Him longer; Death is strong, but Life is stronger; Stronger than the dark, the light; Stronger than the wrong, the right; Faith and Hope triumphant say Christ will rise on Easter Day.” quote by Phillips Brooks
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“Tomb, thou shalt not hold Him longer; Death is strong, but Life is stronger; Stronger than the dark, the light; Stronger than the wrong, the right; Faith and Hope triumphant say Christ will rise on Easter Day.”

Phillips Brooks

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The hymn celebrates Easter, asserting that life and hope triumph over death and darkness through faith.

In simple terms: Life and hope overcome death and darkness.

Key Takeaway

Hold onto faith and hope during hardship.

Themes

faith hope triumph over death spiritual victory

Mood

uplifting spiritual

Type

hymn inspirational

When to use this quote

  • Easter services
  • personal loss
  • times of doubt
  • spiritual reflection

Key Concepts

theology resurrection morality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “life is stronger” mean to you?
  • How can hope be cultivated in despair?
A Different Perspective

May not address those who doubt faith.

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