Bless Quote by Anonymous
“O love, whose lordly hand Has bridled my desires, And raised my hunger and my thirst To dignity and pride, Let not the strong in me and the constant Eat the bread or drink the wine That tempt my weaker self. Let me rather starve, And let my heart parch with thirst, And let me die and perish, Ere I stretch my hand To a cup you did not fill, Or a bowl you did not bless.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Anonymous Spiritual Reflection, unknown date
The poet asks to be denied worldly pleasures, preferring spiritual suffering over indulgence, to stay pure and avoid temptation.
In simple terms: Prefer spiritual suffering over worldly indulgence.
Key Takeaway
Choose discipline over temptation.
Themes
spirituality
self‑control
temptation
purity
asceticism
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- fasting
- prayer
- self‑denial
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
Ascetic discipline
inner conflict
renunciation
Questions to Reflect On
- What comforts support your spiritual goals?
- How do you balance need and desire?
A Different Perspective
Rejecting physical comforts may weaken resolve if not balanced.
