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Return, O wanderer, now return, And seek thy Father’s…

“Return, O wanderer, now return, And seek thy Father’s face; Those new desires which in thee burn Were kindled by His grace. Return, O wanderer, now return, And wipe the falling tear: Thy Father calls, - no longer mourn; ’Tis love invites thee near” quote by William Benco Collyer
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““Return, O wanderer, now return, And seek thy Father’s face; Those new desires which in thee burn Were kindled by His grace. Return, O wanderer, now return, And wipe the falling tear: Thy Father calls, - no longer mourn; ’Tis love invites thee near””

William Benco Collyer

About This Quote

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

A call for the wanderer to return to the Father’s love, emphasizing grace and comfort

In simple terms: Return to divine love and find comfort in grace

Key Takeaway

Seek spiritual renewal and divine connection

Themes

faith redemption grace spirituality longing

Mood

reverent hopeful comforting

Type

Hymn:1 Love:1 Parenting:0 Seek Thy:0 Grace Return:0 Wanderer Return:0 Return Wanderer:0 Thy Father:0

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • spiritual counseling
  • church services
  • meditation
  • journaling

Key Concepts

Divine love pilgrimage inner peace

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “return” mean in your life?
  • How can you experience grace daily?
A Different Perspective

May overlook immediate practicalities in pursuit of spiritual yearning

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