Lord Jesu, I ask Thee, give unto me movement in Thy love…
“Lord Jesu, I ask Thee, give unto me movement in Thy love withouten measure; desire withouten limit; longing withouten order; burning without discretion. Truly the better the love of Thee is, the greedier it is; for neither by reason is it restrained, nor by dread distressed, nor by doom tempted.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The prayer seeks boundless love for God, desiring limitless desire and devotion beyond rational control.
In simple terms: Ask for endless love and devotion.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate deep, unrestrained spiritual love.
Themes
faith
love
devotion
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
spiritual
poetic
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- spiritual retreats
- daily meditation
- confessional reflection
Key Concepts
mysticism
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you love without losing self?
- What limits, if any, should love have?
A Different Perspective
Uncontrolled desire can lead to obsession.