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Adoption Quote by Beth Willis Miller

“Those who are wounded wound others. Moses was wounded profoundly when he lost his birth family, his heritage, and his history. In the years to come, he would come to know Jehovah-rophe, the Healer of life’s sicknesses and sorrows. Exodus 15: 26b says, “…for I am the Lord, who heals you.” (from…” quote by Beth Willis Miller
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““Those who are wounded wound others. Moses was wounded profoundly when he lost his birth family, his heritage, and his history. In the years to come, he would come to know Jehovah-rophe, the Healer of life’s sicknesses and sorrows. Exodus 15: 26b says, “…for I am the Lord, who heals you.” (from Under His Wings: Healing Truth for Adoptees of All Ages)””

Beth Willis Miller

About This Quote

Source Book: Under His Wings: Healing Truth for Adoptees of All Ages, 2020

Pain can cause people to hurt others, but healing divine love can break that cycle.

In simple terms: Wounded people may hurt others; healing stops it.

Key Takeaway

Seek healing to end hurtful patterns.

Themes

trauma healing relationships

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

advice spiritual

When to use this quote

  • family therapy
  • support groups
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

psychology spirituality cycle of pain

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you recognize when you are hurting others?
  • What steps can you take toward healing?
A Different Perspective

Healing may not erase past actions immediately.

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