But Thee, but Thee, O sovereign Seer of time, But Thee, O…
“But Thee, but Thee, O sovereign Seer of time, But Thee, O poets' Poet, Wisdom's Tongue, But Thee, O man's best Man, O love's best Love, O perfect life in perfect labor writ, O all men's Comrade, Servant, King, or Priest, -- What IF or YET, what mole, what flaw, what lapse, What least defect or shadow of defect, What rumor, tattled by an enemy, Of inference loose, what lack of grace Even in torture's grasp, or sleep's, or death's -- Oh, what amiss may I forgive in Thee, Jesus, good Paragon, Thou Crystal Christ?”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A complex, reverent plea to a divine figure, exploring flaws, forgiveness, and the paradox of perfection.
In simple terms: A prayerful appeal to a higher power about human imperfection.
Key Takeaway
Seek humility and forgiveness.
Themes
spirituality
humility
perfection
flaws
Mood
contemplative
solemn
Type
poetic
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- public worship
- meditative reflection
Key Concepts
theology
philosophy
poetry
Questions to Reflect On
- What flaws do you seek forgiveness for?
- How do you reconcile perfection with imperfection?
A Different Perspective
May be overly abstract for practical guidance.