Comfort Quote by Bernard of Clairvaux
“Among us on the earth there is His memory; but in the Kingdom of heaven His very Presence. That Presence is the joy of those who have already attained to beatitude; the memory is the comfort of us who are still wayfarers, journeying towards the Fatherland.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Spiritual Treatise, 12th century
Divine presence brings joy to the spiritually fulfilled; memory comforts those still seeking the divine.
In simple terms: Presence = joy for the blessed; memory = comfort for seekers.
Key Takeaway
Seek divine presence, cherish memory.
Themes
spirituality
comfort
journey
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- pilgrimage
- personal growth
- faith practice
- contemplation
Key Concepts
beatitude
memory
presence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you experience divine presence?
- What comforts you in spiritual longing?
A Different Perspective
Memory alone cannot replace the transformative power of presence.
