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“Let nothing disturb thee, Let nothing affright thee; All passeth away: God only shall stay. Patience wins all: Who hath God, needeth nothing; For God is his All.” quote by Thomas a Kempis
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“Let nothing disturb thee, Let nothing affright thee; All passeth away: God only shall stay. Patience wins all: Who hath God, needeth nothing; For God is his All.”

Thomas a Kempis

About This Quote

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

True peace comes from trusting God, who remains constant while worldly concerns fade.

In simple terms: Trust God for lasting peace.

Key Takeaway

Rely on God’s permanence amid life’s transience.

Themes

faith patience spiritual stability

Mood

contemplative reassuring

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • grief coping
  • stress management

Key Concepts

Christian mysticism impermanence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance patience with proactive effort?
  • What does “God shall stay” mean in daily life?
A Different Perspective

May neglect practical action in favor of passive waiting.

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