Human life is but of brief duration. 'All flesh is grass…
“Human life is but of brief duration. 'All flesh is grass, and all the goodliness thereof is as the flower of the field. The grass withers, the flower fades; but the word of our God shall stand forever' (Isa. 40:6, 8). Let us hold fast to the commandment that abides, and despise the unreality that passes away.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Life is fleeting; only divine truth endures beyond temporary worldly things.
In simple terms: World is temporary; God’s word lasts.
Key Takeaway
Focus on lasting values.
Themes
mortality
spirituality
eternity
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- grief counseling
- faith practice
- ethical decision‑making
- teaching religion
Key Concepts
theology
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “the word of our God” mean to you?
- How do you balance impermanence with lasting purpose?
A Different Perspective
Human frailty can limit hope.