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Gloria, Gloria! they cry, for their song embraces all that…

“Gloria, Gloria! they cry, for their song embraces all that the Lord has begun this day: Glory to God in the highest of heavens! And peace to the people with whom he is pleased! And who are these people? With whom does the good Lord choose to take his pleasure? The shepherds. The plain and…” quote by Walter Wangerin
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“Gloria, Gloria! they cry, for their song embraces all that the Lord has begun this day: Glory to God in the highest of heavens! And peace to the people with whom he is pleased! And who are these people? With whom does the good Lord choose to take his pleasure? The shepherds. The plain and nameless--whose every name the Lord knows well. You. And me.”

Walter Wangerin

About This Quote

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

The passage celebrates divine creation and the humble, known by God, emphasizing that all are valued equally in God's eyes.

In simple terms: God values all, especially the humble.

Key Takeaway

Recognize your worth in the divine plan.

Themes

humility divine love equality

Mood

reverent uplifting

Type

scriptural inspirational

When to use this quote

  • worship
  • daily prayer
  • community service
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

theology spirituality human dignity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does recognizing divine love change your view of others?
  • What does humility mean in modern life?
A Different Perspective

The message may overlook suffering of those not recognized as "shepherds".

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