So now I have confessed that he is thine, And I my self am…
“So now I have confessed that he is thine, And I my self am mortgaged to thy will, My self I'll forfeit, so that other mine, Thou wilt restore to be my comfort still.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A speaker offers his entire self to another's will, seeking comfort and restoration through surrender.
In simple terms: Offering oneself fully to another for comfort.
Key Takeaway
Embrace vulnerability for deeper connection.
Themes
love
trust
surrender
comfort
Mood
hopeful
intimate
Type
poetic
dramatic
When to use this quote
- marriage
- therapy
- spiritual devotion
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
dependency
self-sacrifice
reciprocity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does surrender mean to you?
- How can trust be balanced with self‑preservation?
A Different Perspective
Surrender may lead to loss of autonomy.