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“As your pierced hands were stretched out on the cross, O precious Lord of Heaven. No matter how far a soul might stray from the path of righteousness, the pierced hands were stretched out, yearning. Only one thing was needed: that the sinful soul should turn toward the open embrace, freely, like a…” quote by Sigrid Undset
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““As your pierced hands were stretched out on the cross, O precious Lord of Heaven. No matter how far a soul might stray from the path of righteousness, the pierced hands were stretched out, yearning. Only one thing was needed: that the sinful soul should turn toward the open embrace, freely, like a child who goes to his father and not like a thrall who is chased home to his stern master.””

Sigrid Undset

About This Quote

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

Divine compassion extends to all sinners, inviting them back to love.

In simple terms: God’s love welcomes every lost soul.

Key Takeaway

Seek forgiveness and return to grace.

Themes

redemption compassion spirituality

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • confession
  • prayer
  • spiritual counseling

Key Concepts

Divine grace human frailty pilgrimage

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does it mean to truly repent?
  • How can we embody unconditional love?
A Different Perspective

faith;personal transformation;challenge;null

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