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“Here a little child I stand, Heaving up my either hand; Cold as paddocks though they be, Here I lift them up to Thee, for a benison to fall on our meat, and on us all. Amen.” quote by Robert Herrick
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“Here a little child I stand, Heaving up my either hand; Cold as paddocks though they be, Here I lift them up to Thee, for a benison to fall on our meat, and on us all. Amen.”

Robert Herrick

About This Quote

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

A child offers a prayer for blessings on food and people, showing humility and gratitude.

In simple terms: Child prays for blessings on food.

Key Takeaway

Offer thanks for daily sustenance.

Themes

humility gratitude faith community

Mood

reflective solemn

Type

spiritual literary

When to use this quote

  • family meals
  • religious gatherings
  • thanksgiving
  • daily routines

Key Concepts

prayer blessing humility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does gratitude change daily life?
  • What role does prayer play in your routine?
A Different Perspective

May be seen as overly formal for modern audiences.

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