Time Quote by Anonymous
““Some pious souls are troubled because they cannot at all times, or often, use, in its joyous import, the language of this Psalm. Such should remember that David, though he lived long, never wrote but one twenty-third Psalm. Some of his odes do indeed express as lively a faith as this, and faith can walk in darkness. But where else do we find a whole Psalm expressive of personal confidence, joy, and triumph, from beginning to end? God's people have their seasons of darkness and their times of rejoicing.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Psalms, Biblical text
The quote reflects on the rarity of a Psalm that expresses continuous personal confidence, joy, and triumph, acknowledging both darkness and rejoicing in life.
In simple terms: A Psalm can show constant joy and confidence despite life's ups and downs.
Key Takeaway
Embrace both darkness and joy as parts of faith.
Themes
faith
joy
confidence
darkness
rejoicing
Mood
reflective
hopeful
contemplative
Type
scriptural
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- worship services
- spiritual counseling
- meditative reading
Key Concepts
spirituality
biblical literature
emotional resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we find balance between darkness and joy in our own spiritual practices?
- What does personal confidence look like in times of hardship?
A Different Perspective
The quote may idealize a single Psalm, overlooking the varied tones across the Psalms.
