Gradually Quote by Breyten Breytenbach
““And gradually we will rot like old ships or trees But keep Pain far from Me o Lord””
About This Quote
We will decay like old ships or trees, yet we ask the Lord to keep us free from pain.
In simple terms: Even as we age, we seek divine relief from suffering.
Key Takeaway
Seek spiritual comfort amid aging.
Themes
mortality
faith
pain
Mood
somber
hopeful
Type
poetic
spiritual
When to use this quote
- old age
- illness
- grief
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
existentialism
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How does faith alter your perception of aging?
- What practices help you distance from pain?
A Different Perspective
Pain may persist despite faith.
