Great men Quote by Boris Pasternak
““The Mother of God is asked to 'pray zealously to her Son and her God,' and the words of the psalm are put into her mouth:'My soul doth magnify the Lord, and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Savior. for He hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed.' It is because of her child that she says this, He will magnify her ('For He that is mighty hath done to me great things'): He is her glory. Any woman could say it. For everyone of them, God is in her child. Mothers of great men must have been familiar with this feeling, but then, all women are mothers of great men-it isn't their fault if life disappoints them later.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Doctor Zhivago, 1957
The quote reflects on how mothers find divine significance through their children, seeing their child's destiny as a source of personal glory and spiritual fulfillment.
In simple terms: Mothers feel blessed by their children's greatness.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the sacred bond between mother and child.
Themes
motherhood
spirituality
identity
divine purpose
sacrifice
Mood
reverent
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
spiritual
When to use this quote
- parenting
- faith practice
- coping
- celebrating achievements
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does a child's success shape a mother's sense of self?
- Can a mother find purpose beyond her child's achievements?
A Different Perspective
Not all mothers experience this reverence; societal expectations can burden them.
