Compassion Quote by Bobby Sands
“I am standing on the threshold of another trembling world. May God have mercy on my soul.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Hunger Strike Statement, 1981
Facing a new, uncertain reality with humility and pleading for divine compassion.
In simple terms: Entering a fragile world, seeking mercy.
Key Takeaway
Seek humility and ask for help in uncertain times.
Themes
faith
vulnerability
politics
Mood
somber
hopeful
Type
political
personal
When to use this quote
- prison
- political protest
- personal crisis
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
martyrdom
human rights
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “trembling world” symbolize for you?
- How can faith guide actions in crisis?
A Different Perspective
May be seen as self‑pity or fatalism.
![“I gave my mother a matching set [of mugs] for Christmas, and she accepted them as graciously as possible, announcing that they would make the perfect pet bowls. The mugs were set on the kitchen floor and remained there until the cat chipped a tooth and went on a hunger strike.” quote by David Sedaris](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/e0a/david-sedaris-333_accepted_i-gave-my-mother-a-matching-set-of-mugs_1135011.jpg)
![“Leigh [Bowery] would make up stories about people committing suicide or going on hunger strikes because they were refused entry at the door.” quote by Boy George](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/831/boy-george-1385_committing-suicide_leigh-bowery-would-make-up-stories-about_697128.jpg)
