But give me the strength that waits upon You in silence…
““But give me the strength that waits upon You in silence and peace. Give me humility in which alone is rest, and deliver me from pride which is the heaviest of burdens. And possess my whole heart and soul with the simplicity of love. Occupy my whole life with the one thought and the one desire of love, that I may love not for the sake of merit, not for the sake of perfection, not for the sake of virtue, not for the sake of sanctity, but for You alone. For there is only one thing that can satisfy love and reward it, and that is You alone.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A prayer seeking humility, love, and freedom from pride, desiring a heart filled solely with divine love
In simple terms: Ask for humility and love, free from pride
Key Takeaway
Seek simplicity and love as the sole purpose of life
Themes
spirituality
humility
love
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
religious
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- meditation
- spiritual retreats
- daily devotionals
- confessional writing
Key Concepts
self‑sacrifice
inner peace
divine focus
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance humility with healthy self‑respect?
- What does “love for its own sake” mean in daily life?
A Different Perspective
May overlook practical responsibilities in pursuit of pure love